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
As per Census 2011, Ghegapara village has a total population of 1,050 people, consisting of 527 males and 523 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 181 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 472 literate and 578 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ghegapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,050 | 527 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 94 | 87 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,050, including 527 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Ghegapara?
There are 224 households in Ghegapara.
What is the literacy rate in Ghegapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ghegapara is 44.95%. Male literacy is 48.77% and female literacy is 41.11%.