Rakipara - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Rakipara is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rakipara is 275883. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Rakipara 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 Rakipara
According to the 2011 Census, Rakipara village had a total population of 126 people, including 70 males and 56 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 800 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.11%, with male literacy at 77.61% and female literacy at 67.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 70 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 52 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Rakipara
Rakipara 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 Rakipara
Public transport in the Rakipara 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 Rakipara is about 48 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rakipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rakipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rakipara
Where is Rakipara located?
Rakipara village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rakipara?
The pincode of Rakipara is 794103.
What is the population of Rakipara?
Rakipara had a total population of 126, including 70 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Rakipara?
Rakipara had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakipara was 73.11%. Male literacy was 77.61% and female literacy was 67.31%.