Karipara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Karipara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karipara is 274018. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Karipara 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 Karipara
According to the 2011 Census, Karipara village had a total population of 343 people, including 172 males and 171 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 78.47% and female literacy at 58.50%.
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 | 343 | 172 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 113 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 59 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Karipara
Karipara 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 Karipara
Karipara 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 >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 Karipara is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Karipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karipara
Where is Karipara located?
Karipara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Karipara?
The pincode of Karipara is 794001.
What is the population of Karipara?
Karipara had a total population of 343, including 172 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Karipara?
Karipara had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karipara was 68.38%. Male literacy was 78.47% and female literacy was 58.50%.