Parengpara - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Parengpara is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from Betasing and around 50 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Parengpara is 273751. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Parengpara
According to the 2011 Census, Parengpara village had a total population of 350 people, including 193 males and 157 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.65%, with male literacy at 82.73% and female literacy at 54.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 317.
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 | 350 | 193 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 93 | 54 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 179 | 115 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 78 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Parengpara
Parengpara 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 Parengpara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Parengpara.
| 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 Parengpara 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 Parengpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Parengpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Parengpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Parengpara 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 Parengpara
Where is Parengpara located?
Parengpara village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Parengpara?
The pincode of Parengpara is 794115.
What is the population of Parengpara?
Parengpara had a total population of 350, including 193 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Parengpara?
Parengpara had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parengpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Parengpara was 69.65%. Male literacy was 82.73% and female literacy was 54.24%.