Porapara - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Porapara is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from Selsella and around 34 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Porapara is 273094. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Porapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Porapara
As per Census 2011, Porapara village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 179 males and 139 females. The village has 68 households and a sex ratio of 776 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 177 literate and 141 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 317 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Porapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 179 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 317 | 179 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 177 | 122 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 57 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Porapara
Porapara 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 Porapara
Public transport in the Porapara 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Porapara is about 34 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 Porapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Porapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Porapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Porapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Porapara
Where is Porapara located?
Porapara village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Porapara?
The pincode of Porapara is 794105.
What is the population of Porapara?
Porapara has a total population of 318, including 179 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Porapara?
There are 68 households in Porapara.
What is the literacy rate in Porapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Porapara is 55.66%. Male literacy is 68.16% and female literacy is 39.57%.