Sentpara - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Sentpara is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sentpara is 273897. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Sentpara 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 Sentpara
As per Census 2011, Sentpara village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 66 males and 77 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,166 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 74 illiterate residents. Additionally, 138 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sentpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 66 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 138 | 64 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 27 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Sentpara
Sentpara 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 Sentpara
Sentpara 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 Sentpara 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 Sentpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sentpara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sentpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sentpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sentpara
Where is Sentpara located?
Sentpara village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sentpara?
The pincode of Sentpara is 794001.
What is the population of Sentpara?
Sentpara has a total population of 143, including 66 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Sentpara?
There are 29 households in Sentpara.
What is the literacy rate in Sentpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sentpara is 48.25%. Male literacy is 59.09% and female literacy is 38.96%.