Babupara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Babupara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Babupara is 274005. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Babupara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Babupara
As per Census 2011, Babupara village has a total population of 846 people, consisting of 436 males and 410 females. The village has 185 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 84 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 630 literate and 216 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Babupara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 846 | 436 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 37 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 630 | 346 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 90 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Babupara
Babupara 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 Babupara
Babupara 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 Babupara 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 Babupara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Babupara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Babupara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Babupara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Babupara
Where is Babupara located?
Babupara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Babupara?
The pincode of Babupara is 794106.
What is the population of Babupara?
Babupara has a total population of 846, including 436 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Babupara?
There are 185 households in Babupara.
What is the literacy rate in Babupara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Babupara is 74.47%. Male literacy is 79.36% and female literacy is 69.27%.