Gandhipara Garo - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Gandhipara Garo is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Betasing and around 37 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhipara Garo is 273646. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhipara Garo
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhipara Garo village had a total population of 486 people, including 240 males and 246 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,025 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.95%, with male literacy at 85.37% and female literacy at 78.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 480.
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 | 486 | 240 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 236 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 336 | 175 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 65 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhipara Garo
Gandhipara Garo 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 Gandhipara Garo
Gandhipara Garo 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Gandhipara Garo is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhipara Garo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhipara Garo village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhipara Garo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhipara Garo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gandhipara Garo
Where is Gandhipara Garo located?
Gandhipara Garo village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gandhipara Garo?
The pincode of Gandhipara Garo is 794105.
What is the population of Gandhipara Garo?
Gandhipara Garo had a total population of 486, including 240 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Gandhipara Garo?
Gandhipara Garo had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhipara Garo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhipara Garo was 81.95%. Male literacy was 85.37% and female literacy was 78.54%.