Rimtangpara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Rimtangpara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 33 km from Zikzak and around 87 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rimtangpara is 273972. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Rimtangpara 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 Rimtangpara
According to the 2011 Census, Rimtangpara village had a total population of 351 people, including 173 males and 178 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.77%, with male literacy at 74.83% and female literacy at 54.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 107 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 66 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Rimtangpara
Rimtangpara 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 Rimtangpara
Rimtangpara 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 <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 Rimtangpara is about 87 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 Rimtangpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rimtangpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rimtangpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rimtangpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rimtangpara
Where is Rimtangpara located?
Rimtangpara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rimtangpara?
The pincode of Rimtangpara is 794001.
What is the population of Rimtangpara?
Rimtangpara had a total population of 351, including 173 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Rimtangpara?
Rimtangpara had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rimtangpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rimtangpara was 64.77%. Male literacy was 74.83% and female literacy was 54.35%.