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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ponchapara
According to the 2011 Census, Ponchapara village had a total population of 568 people, including 286 males and 282 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.61%, with male literacy at 66.22% and female literacy at 44.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 562.
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 | 568 | 286 | 282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 568, including 286 males and 282 females.
How many households are there in Ponchapara?
Ponchapara had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ponchapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ponchapara was 55.61%. Male literacy was 66.22% and female literacy was 44.80%.