Baksapara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Baksapara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from Zikzak and around 83 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baksapara is 274032. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Baksapara 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 Baksapara
According to the 2011 Census, Baksapara village had a total population of 370 people, including 181 males and 189 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,044 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.35%, with male literacy at 75.69% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 367.
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 | 370 | 181 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 37 | 49 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 367 | 180 | 187 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 109 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 72 | 84 |
Nearby Villages of Baksapara
Baksapara 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 Baksapara
Baksapara 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 Baksapara is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baksapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baksapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Baksapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baksapara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Baksapara
Where is Baksapara located?
Baksapara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Baksapara?
The pincode of Baksapara is 794106.
What is the population of Baksapara?
Baksapara had a total population of 370, including 181 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Baksapara?
Baksapara had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Baksapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Baksapara was 75.35%. Male literacy was 75.69% and female literacy was 75.00%.