Rohonpara - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Rohonpara is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from Dalu and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rohonpara is 274237. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Rohonpara 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 Rohonpara
According to the 2011 Census, Rohonpara village had a total population of 302 people, including 145 males and 157 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.72%, with male literacy at 58.68% and female literacy at 56.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 291.
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 | 302 | 145 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 24 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 291 | 141 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 142 | 71 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 74 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Rohonpara
Rohonpara 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 Rohonpara
Rohonpara 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 5-10 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 Rohonpara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rohonpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rohonpara 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 Rohonpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rohonpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rohonpara
Where is Rohonpara located?
Rohonpara village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rohonpara?
The pincode of Rohonpara is 794103.
What is the population of Rohonpara?
Rohonpara had a total population of 302, including 145 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Rohonpara?
Rohonpara had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rohonpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rohonpara was 57.72%. Male literacy was 58.68% and female literacy was 56.80%.