Marengpara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Marengpara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from Zikzak and around 70 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marengpara is 274042. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Marengpara 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 Marengpara
As per Census 2011, Marengpara village has a total population of 461 people, consisting of 236 males and 225 females. The village has 82 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 91 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 260 illiterate residents. Additionally, 273 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marengpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 461 | 236 | 225 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 41 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 140 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 111 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 125 | 135 |
Nearby Villages of Marengpara
Marengpara 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 Marengpara
Marengpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Marengpara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marengpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marengpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Marengpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marengpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marengpara
Where is Marengpara located?
Marengpara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Marengpara?
The pincode of Marengpara is 794001.
What is the population of Marengpara?
Marengpara has a total population of 461, including 236 males and 225 females.
How many households are there in Marengpara?
There are 82 households in Marengpara.
What is the literacy rate in Marengpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marengpara is 43.60%. Male literacy is 47.03% and female literacy is 40.00%.