Bengpara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Bengpara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bengpara is 274394. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Bengpara 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 Bengpara
As per Census 2011, Bengpara village has a total population of 248 people, consisting of 123 males and 125 females. The village has 55 households and a sex ratio of 1,016 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 168 literate and 80 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 136 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bengpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 248 | 123 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 17 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 66 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 168 | 84 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 39 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Bengpara
Bengpara 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 Bengpara
Bengpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Bengpara is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bengpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bengpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Bengpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bengpara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Bengpara
Where is Bengpara located?
Bengpara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bengpara?
The pincode of Bengpara is 794103.
What is the population of Bengpara?
Bengpara has a total population of 248, including 123 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Bengpara?
There are 55 households in Bengpara.
What is the literacy rate in Bengpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bengpara is 67.74%. Male literacy is 68.29% and female literacy is 67.20%.