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
As per Census 2011, Chongnapara village has a total population of 629 people, consisting of 308 males and 321 females. The village has 122 households and a sex ratio of 1,042 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 225 illiterate residents. Additionally, 621 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chongnapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 629 | 308 | 321 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 29 | 48 |
| 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 has a total population of 629, including 308 males and 321 females.
How many households are there in Chongnapara?
There are 122 households in Chongnapara.
What is the literacy rate in Chongnapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chongnapara is 64.23%. Male literacy is 74.03% and female literacy is 54.83%.