Kirupara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Kirupara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from Zikzak and around 89 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kirupara is 273885. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kirupara
According to the 2011 Census, Kirupara village had a total population of 232 people, including 119 males and 113 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.95%, with male literacy at 72.63% and female literacy at 58.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 221.
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 | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 221 | 114 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 69 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 50 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Kirupara
Kirupara 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 Kirupara
Kirupara 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 Kirupara is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kirupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kirupara 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 Kirupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kirupara 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 Kirupara
Where is Kirupara located?
Kirupara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kirupara?
The pincode of Kirupara is 794115.
What is the population of Kirupara?
Kirupara had a total population of 232, including 119 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Kirupara?
Kirupara had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kirupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kirupara was 65.95%. Male literacy was 72.63% and female literacy was 58.89%.