Akipara Mrong - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Akipara Mrong is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Akipara Mrong is 274298. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Akipara Mrong
According to the 2011 Census, Akipara Mrong village had a total population of 100 people, including 48 males and 52 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.97%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 47 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 26 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 22 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Akipara Mrong
Akipara Mrong 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 Akipara Mrong
Public transport in the Akipara Mrong is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Akipara Mrong is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Akipara Mrong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Akipara Mrong 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 Akipara Mrong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Akipara Mrong 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 Akipara Mrong
Where is Akipara Mrong located?
Akipara Mrong village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Akipara Mrong?
The pincode of Akipara Mrong is 794103.
What is the population of Akipara Mrong?
Akipara Mrong had a total population of 100, including 48 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Akipara Mrong?
Akipara Mrong had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Akipara Mrong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Akipara Mrong was 58.97%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 50.00%.