Nogorpara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Nogorpara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nogorpara is 273981. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Nogorpara 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 Nogorpara
According to the 2011 Census, Nogorpara village had a total population of 540 people, including 264 males and 276 females, living in 92 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.42%, with male literacy at 93.39% and female literacy at 89.54%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 524.
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 | 540 | 264 | 276 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 37 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 524 | 256 | 268 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 212 | 214 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 52 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Nogorpara
Nogorpara 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 Nogorpara
Nogorpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Nogorpara 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 Nogorpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nogorpara 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Nogorpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nogorpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nogorpara
Where is Nogorpara located?
Nogorpara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Nogorpara?
The pincode of Nogorpara is 794001.
What is the population of Nogorpara?
Nogorpara had a total population of 540, including 264 males and 276 females.
How many households are there in Nogorpara?
Nogorpara had 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nogorpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nogorpara was 91.42%. Male literacy was 93.39% and female literacy was 89.54%.