Egopara - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Egopara is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Egopara is 273142. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Egopara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Egopara
As per Census 2011, Egopara village has a total population of 680 people, consisting of 316 males and 364 females. The village has 142 households and a sex ratio of 1,151 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 413 literate and 267 illiterate residents. Additionally, 670 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Egopara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 680 | 316 | 364 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 39 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 670 | 313 | 357 |
| Literate Population | 413 | 223 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 93 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Egopara
Egopara 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 Egopara
Egopara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Egopara is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Egopara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Egopara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Egopara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Egopara 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 Egopara
Where is Egopara located?
Egopara village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Egopara?
The pincode of Egopara is 794003.
What is the population of Egopara?
Egopara has a total population of 680, including 316 males and 364 females.
How many households are there in Egopara?
There are 142 households in Egopara.
What is the literacy rate in Egopara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Egopara is 60.74%. Male literacy is 70.57% and female literacy is 52.20%.