Oripur - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Oripur is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Oripur is 276292. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
Oripur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Oripur
As per Census 2011, Oripur village has a total population of 222 people, consisting of 113 males and 109 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 129 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 208 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Oripur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 222 | 113 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 100 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 70 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 43 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Oripur
Oripur 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 Oripur
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Oripur.
| 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 Oripur is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Oripur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Oripur 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Oripur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Oripur 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Oripur
Where is Oripur located?
Oripur village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Oripur?
The pincode of Oripur is 794114.
What is the population of Oripur?
Oripur has a total population of 222, including 113 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Oripur?
There are 36 households in Oripur.
What is the literacy rate in Oripur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Oripur is 58.11%. Male literacy is 61.95% and female literacy is 54.13%.