Gobindapara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Gobindapara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from Dalu and around 82 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gobindapara is 274225. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Gobindapara 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 Gobindapara
As per Census 2011, Gobindapara village has a total population of 451 people, consisting of 234 males and 217 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 927 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 265 literate and 186 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 382 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gobindapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 451 | 234 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 41 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 382 | 202 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 265 | 145 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 89 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Gobindapara
Gobindapara 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 Gobindapara
Gobindapara 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 Gobindapara 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 Gobindapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gobindapara 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 Gobindapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gobindapara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gobindapara
Where is Gobindapara located?
Gobindapara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gobindapara?
The pincode of Gobindapara is 794103.
What is the population of Gobindapara?
Gobindapara has a total population of 451, including 234 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Gobindapara?
There are 75 households in Gobindapara.
What is the literacy rate in Gobindapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gobindapara is 58.76%. Male literacy is 61.97% and female literacy is 55.30%.