Duguripara - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Duguripara is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Betasing and around 40 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Duguripara is 273665. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Duguripara
According to the 2011 Census, Duguripara village had a total population of 479 people, including 242 males and 237 females, living in 138 households. The sex ratio was 979 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 41.01%, with male literacy at 45.83% and female literacy at 36.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 479 | 242 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 50 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 88 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 324 | 154 | 170 |
Nearby Villages of Duguripara
Duguripara 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 Duguripara
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Duguripara.
| 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 Tura to Duguripara is about 40 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 Duguripara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Duguripara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Duguripara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Duguripara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Duguripara
Where is Duguripara located?
Duguripara village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Duguripara?
The pincode of Duguripara is 794105.
What is the population of Duguripara?
Duguripara had a total population of 479, including 242 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Duguripara?
Duguripara had 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Duguripara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Duguripara was 41.01%. Male literacy was 45.83% and female literacy was 36.02%.