Ponchapara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Ponchapara 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 Ponchapara is 273913. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Ponchapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponchapara
As per Census 2011, Ponchapara village has a total population of 568 people, consisting of 286 males and 282 females. The village has 95 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 122 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 248 literate and 320 illiterate residents. Additionally, 562 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ponchapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 568 | 286 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 562 | 283 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 149 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 320 | 137 | 183 |
Nearby Villages of Ponchapara
Ponchapara 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 Ponchapara
Public transport in the Ponchapara 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 Ponchapara 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 Ponchapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ponchapara 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 Ponchapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ponchapara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ponchapara
Where is Ponchapara located?
Ponchapara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ponchapara?
The pincode of Ponchapara is 794115.
What is the population of Ponchapara?
Ponchapara has a total population of 568, including 286 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Ponchapara?
There are 95 households in Ponchapara.
What is the literacy rate in Ponchapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponchapara is 43.66%. Male literacy is 52.10% and female literacy is 35.11%.