Gasura - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Gasura is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Betasing and around 50 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gasura is 273786. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Gasura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gasura
According to the 2011 Census, Gasura village had a total population of 615 people, including 317 males and 298 females, living in 126 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.11%, with male literacy at 57.24% and female literacy at 52.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 611.
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 | 615 | 317 | 298 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 314 | 297 |
| Literate Population | 302 | 162 | 140 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 155 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Gasura
Gasura 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 Gasura
Gasura is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Gasura is about 50 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 Gasura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gasura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Gasura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gasura village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gasura
Where is Gasura located?
Gasura village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gasura?
The pincode of Gasura is 794115.
What is the population of Gasura?
Gasura had a total population of 615, including 317 males and 298 females.
How many households are there in Gasura?
Gasura had 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gasura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gasura was 55.11%. Male literacy was 57.24% and female literacy was 52.83%.