Upper Gasuapara - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Upper Gasuapara is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Upper Gasuapara is 275875. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Upper Gasuapara 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 Upper Gasuapara
As per Census 2011, Upper Gasuapara village has a total population of 526 people, consisting of 288 males and 238 females. The village has 94 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 407 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 372 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Upper Gasuapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 526 | 288 | 238 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 372 | 179 | 193 |
| Literate Population | 407 | 238 | 169 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 50 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Upper Gasuapara
Upper Gasuapara 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 Upper Gasuapara
Public transport in the Upper Gasuapara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Upper Gasuapara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Upper Gasuapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Upper Gasuapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Upper Gasuapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Upper Gasuapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Upper Gasuapara
Where is Upper Gasuapara located?
Upper Gasuapara village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Upper Gasuapara?
The pincode of Upper Gasuapara is 794103.
What is the population of Upper Gasuapara?
Upper Gasuapara has a total population of 526, including 288 males and 238 females.
How many households are there in Upper Gasuapara?
There are 94 households in Upper Gasuapara.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Gasuapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Upper Gasuapara is 77.38%. Male literacy is 82.64% and female literacy is 71.01%.