Akinpara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Akinpara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akinpara is 274252. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akinpara
According to the 2011 Census, Akinpara village had a total population of 377 people, including 196 males and 181 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.20%, with male literacy at 70.86% and female literacy at 52.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 362.
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 | 377 | 196 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 45 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 362 | 187 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 107 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 89 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Akinpara
Akinpara 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 Akinpara
Akinpara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Akinpara is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akinpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akinpara 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 Akinpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akinpara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Akinpara
Where is Akinpara located?
Akinpara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Akinpara?
The pincode of Akinpara is 794103.
What is the population of Akinpara?
Akinpara had a total population of 377, including 196 males and 181 females.
How many households are there in Akinpara?
Akinpara had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akinpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akinpara was 62.20%. Male literacy was 70.86% and female literacy was 52.86%.