Dinapara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Dinapara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dinapara is 273886. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Dinapara 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 Dinapara
As per Census 2011, Dinapara village has a total population of 376 people, consisting of 189 males and 187 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 207 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 374 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dinapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 376 | 189 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 45 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 374 | 187 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 109 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 80 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Dinapara
Dinapara 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 Dinapara
Dinapara 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 Dinapara 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 Dinapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dinapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dinapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dinapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dinapara
Where is Dinapara located?
Dinapara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dinapara?
The pincode of Dinapara is 794115.
What is the population of Dinapara?
Dinapara has a total population of 376, including 189 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Dinapara?
There are 71 households in Dinapara.
What is the literacy rate in Dinapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dinapara is 55.05%. Male literacy is 57.67% and female literacy is 52.41%.