Marahalipara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Marahalipara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Zikzak and around 68 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marahalipara is 273901. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Marahalipara 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 Marahalipara
As per Census 2011, Marahalipara village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 148 males and 154 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,040 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 154 literate and 148 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 301 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Marahalipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 148 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 301 | 148 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 76 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 72 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Marahalipara
Marahalipara 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 Marahalipara
Marahalipara 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 5-10 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 Marahalipara is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marahalipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marahalipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Marahalipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Marahalipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Marahalipara
Where is Marahalipara located?
Marahalipara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Marahalipara?
The pincode of Marahalipara is 794115.
What is the population of Marahalipara?
Marahalipara has a total population of 302, including 148 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Marahalipara?
There are 76 households in Marahalipara.
What is the literacy rate in Marahalipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marahalipara is 50.99%. Male literacy is 51.35% and female literacy is 50.65%.