Teporpara - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Teporpara is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Betasing and around 55 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teporpara is 273636. 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 Teporpara
According to the 2011 Census, Teporpara village had a total population of 621 people, including 312 males and 309 females, living in 144 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.77%, with male literacy at 40.08% and female literacy at 25.11%.
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 | 621 | 312 | 309 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 97 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 466 | 215 | 251 |
Nearby Villages of Teporpara
Teporpara 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 Teporpara
Teporpara 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 >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 Teporpara is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teporpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teporpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Teporpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teporpara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Teporpara
Where is Teporpara located?
Teporpara village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Teporpara?
The pincode of Teporpara is 794105.
What is the population of Teporpara?
Teporpara had a total population of 621, including 312 males and 309 females.
How many households are there in Teporpara?
Teporpara had 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Teporpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teporpara was 32.77%. Male literacy was 40.08% and female literacy was 25.11%.