Josipara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Josipara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Josipara is 273975. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Josipara 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 Josipara
As per Census 2011, Josipara village has a total population of 378 people, consisting of 186 males and 192 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Josipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 378 | 186 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 371 | 183 | 188 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 127 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 59 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Josipara
Josipara 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 Josipara
Josipara 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Josipara 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 Josipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Josipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Josipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Josipara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Josipara
Where is Josipara located?
Josipara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Josipara?
The pincode of Josipara is 794115.
What is the population of Josipara?
Josipara has a total population of 378, including 186 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Josipara?
There are 74 households in Josipara.
What is the literacy rate in Josipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Josipara is 60.58%. Male literacy is 68.28% and female literacy is 53.13%.