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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daspara
According to the 2011 Census, Daspara village had a total population of 1,094 people, including 550 males and 544 females, living in 234 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.61%, with male literacy at 78.70% and female literacy at 62.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,066.
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 | 1,094 | 550 | 544 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,066 | 534 | 532 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,094, including 550 males and 544 females.
How many households are there in Daspara?
Daspara had 234 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daspara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daspara was 70.61%. Male literacy was 78.70% and female literacy was 62.42%.