Bengdapara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Bengdapara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bengdapara is 273880. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bengdapara
According to the 2011 Census, Bengdapara village had a total population of 260 people, including 130 males and 130 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 20.00%, with male literacy at 27.84% and female literacy at 12.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 252.
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 | 260 | 130 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 33 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 27 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 103 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Bengdapara
Bengdapara 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 Bengdapara
Bengdapara 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 >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 Bengdapara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bengdapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bengdapara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bengdapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bengdapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bengdapara
Where is Bengdapara located?
Bengdapara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bengdapara?
The pincode of Bengdapara is 794001.
What is the population of Bengdapara?
Bengdapara had a total population of 260, including 130 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Bengdapara?
Bengdapara had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bengdapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bengdapara was 20.00%. Male literacy was 27.84% and female literacy was 12.96%.