Purasingga - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Purasingga is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2.5 km from Betasing and around 44 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purasingga is 273714. 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 Purasingga
According to the 2011 Census, Purasingga village had a total population of 221 people, including 108 males and 113 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.96%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 89.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 108 | 113 |
| Literate Population | 171 | 84 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Purasingga
Purasingga 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 Purasingga
Purasingga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Purasingga is about 44 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 Purasingga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purasingga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purasingga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purasingga 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purasingga
Where is Purasingga located?
Purasingga village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Purasingga?
The pincode of Purasingga is 794115.
What is the population of Purasingga?
Purasingga had a total population of 221, including 108 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Purasingga?
Purasingga had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purasingga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purasingga was 90.96%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 89.69%.