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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Josipara
According to the 2011 Census, Josipara village had a total population of 378 people, including 186 males and 192 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.08%, with male literacy at 81.94% and female literacy at 68.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 371.
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 | 378 | 186 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 31 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 378, including 186 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Josipara?
Josipara had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Josipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Josipara was 75.08%. Male literacy was 81.94% and female literacy was 68.00%.