Barongpara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Barongpara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barongpara is 274333. 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 Barongpara
According to the 2011 Census, Barongpara village had a total population of 161 people, including 84 males and 77 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.45%, with male literacy at 86.15% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 161.
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 | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 161 | 84 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 28 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Barongpara
Barongpara 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 Barongpara
Public transport in the Barongpara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Barongpara is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barongpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barongpara 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 Barongpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barongpara 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 Barongpara
Where is Barongpara located?
Barongpara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Barongpara?
The pincode of Barongpara is 794103.
What is the population of Barongpara?
Barongpara had a total population of 161, including 84 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Barongpara?
Barongpara had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barongpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Barongpara was 80.45%. Male literacy was 86.15% and female literacy was 75.00%.