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
As per Census 2011, Rimtangpara village has a total population of 351 people, consisting of 173 males and 178 females. The village has 66 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 70 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 169 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rimtangpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 351 | 173 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 70 | 30 | 40 |
| 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 has a total population of 351, including 173 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Rimtangpara?
There are 66 households in Rimtangpara.
What is the literacy rate in Rimtangpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rimtangpara is 51.85%. Male literacy is 61.85% and female literacy is 42.13%.