Barengapara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Barengapara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barengapara is 274390. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Barengapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Barengapara
As per Census 2011, Barengapara village has a total population of 693 people, consisting of 365 males and 328 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 569 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 177 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Barengapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 693 | 365 | 328 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 48 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 46 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 569 | 296 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 69 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Barengapara
Barengapara 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 Barengapara
Public transport in the Barengapara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Barengapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Barengapara is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barengapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barengapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Barengapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barengapara 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Barengapara
Where is Barengapara located?
Barengapara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Barengapara?
The pincode of Barengapara is 794103.
What is the population of Barengapara?
Barengapara has a total population of 693, including 365 males and 328 females.
How many households are there in Barengapara?
There are 158 households in Barengapara.
What is the literacy rate in Barengapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barengapara is 82.11%. Male literacy is 81.10% and female literacy is 83.23%.