Daspara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Daspara 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 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daspara is 273989. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Daspara 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 Daspara
As per Census 2011, Daspara village has a total population of 1,094 people, consisting of 550 males and 544 females. The village has 234 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 114 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 692 literate and 402 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,066 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daspara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,094 | 550 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,066 | 534 | 532 |
| Literate Population | 692 | 388 | 304 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 162 | 240 |
Nearby Villages of Daspara
Daspara 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 Daspara
Public transport in the Daspara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Daspara is about 85 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 Daspara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daspara 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 Daspara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daspara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Daspara
Where is Daspara located?
Daspara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Daspara?
The pincode of Daspara is 794106.
What is the population of Daspara?
Daspara has a total population of 1,094, including 550 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Daspara?
There are 234 households in Daspara.
What is the literacy rate in Daspara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspara is 63.25%. Male literacy is 70.55% and female literacy is 55.88%.