Khasipara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Khasipara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 25 km from Dalu and around 76 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Khasipara is 274221. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Khasipara 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 Khasipara
According to the 2011 Census, Khasipara village had a total population of 208 people, including 103 males and 105 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,019 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.03%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 58.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 208.
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 | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 208 | 103 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 71 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 32 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Khasipara
Khasipara 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 Khasipara
Public transport in the Khasipara is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Khasipara is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Khasipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Khasipara 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 Khasipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Khasipara 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 Khasipara
Where is Khasipara located?
Khasipara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Khasipara?
The pincode of Khasipara is 794103.
What is the population of Khasipara?
Khasipara had a total population of 208, including 103 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Khasipara?
Khasipara had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khasipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Khasipara was 67.03%. Male literacy was 74.74% and female literacy was 58.89%.