Onajora - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Onajora is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Onajora is 275984. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Onajora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Onajora
According to the 2011 Census, Onajora village had a total population of 76 people, including 36 males and 40 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.82%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 36 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 30 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 6 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Onajora
Onajora is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Onajora
Public transport in the Onajora is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Onajora is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Onajora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Onajora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Onajora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Onajora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Onajora
Where is Onajora located?
Onajora village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Onajora?
The pincode of Onajora is 794002.
What is the population of Onajora?
Onajora had a total population of 76, including 36 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Onajora?
Onajora had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Onajora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Onajora was 81.82%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 72.73%.