Ghegapara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Ghegapara 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 Ghegapara is 273991. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Ghegapara 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 Ghegapara
According to the 2011 Census, Ghegapara village had a total population of 1,050 people, including 527 males and 523 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 992 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.32%, with male literacy at 59.35% and female literacy at 49.31%.
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 | 1,050 | 527 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 472 | 257 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 578 | 270 | 308 |
Nearby Villages of Ghegapara
Ghegapara 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 Ghegapara
Ghegapara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Ghegapara 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 Ghegapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ghegapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Ghegapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ghegapara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Ghegapara
Where is Ghegapara located?
Ghegapara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ghegapara?
The pincode of Ghegapara is 794001.
What is the population of Ghegapara?
Ghegapara had a total population of 1,050, including 527 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Ghegapara?
Ghegapara had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghegapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghegapara was 54.32%. Male literacy was 59.35% and female literacy was 49.31%.