Merengipara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Merengipara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Merengipara is 273943. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Merengipara 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 Merengipara
As per Census 2011, Merengipara village has a total population of 784 people, consisting of 402 males and 382 females. The village has 141 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 180 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 459 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 773 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Merengipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 784 | 402 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 93 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 773 | 396 | 377 |
| Literate Population | 459 | 240 | 219 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 162 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Merengipara
Merengipara 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 Merengipara
Merengipara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Merengipara 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 Merengipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Merengipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Merengipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Merengipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Merengipara
Where is Merengipara located?
Merengipara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Merengipara?
The pincode of Merengipara is 794106.
What is the population of Merengipara?
Merengipara has a total population of 784, including 402 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Merengipara?
There are 141 households in Merengipara.
What is the literacy rate in Merengipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Merengipara is 58.55%. Male literacy is 59.70% and female literacy is 57.33%.