Tongapara - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Tongapara is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tongapara is 273117. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Tongapara 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 Tongapara
According to the 2011 Census, Tongapara village had a total population of 417 people, including 215 males and 202 females, living in 72 households. The sex ratio was 940 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.87%, with male literacy at 73.30% and female literacy at 51.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 396.
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 | 417 | 215 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 39 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 396 | 207 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 129 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 202 | 86 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Tongapara
Tongapara 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 Tongapara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tongapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tongapara is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tongapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tongapara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tongapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tongapara 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 Tongapara
Where is Tongapara located?
Tongapara village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tongapara?
The pincode of Tongapara is 794003.
What is the population of Tongapara?
Tongapara had a total population of 417, including 215 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Tongapara?
Tongapara had 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tongapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tongapara was 62.87%. Male literacy was 73.30% and female literacy was 51.81%.