Chongnapara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Chongnapara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from Dalu and around 82 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chongnapara is 274229. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Chongnapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chongnapara
According to the 2011 Census, Chongnapara village had a total population of 629 people, including 308 males and 321 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.19%, with male literacy at 81.72% and female literacy at 64.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 621.
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 | 629 | 308 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 29 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 621 | 304 | 317 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 228 | 176 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 80 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Chongnapara
Chongnapara 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 Chongnapara
Chongnapara 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 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 Chongnapara is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chongnapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chongnapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chongnapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chongnapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chongnapara
Where is Chongnapara located?
Chongnapara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chongnapara?
The pincode of Chongnapara is 794103.
What is the population of Chongnapara?
Chongnapara had a total population of 629, including 308 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Chongnapara?
Chongnapara had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chongnapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chongnapara was 73.19%. Male literacy was 81.72% and female literacy was 64.47%.