Ganipara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Ganipara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ganipara is 274287. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Ganipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ganipara
As per Census 2011, Ganipara village has a total population of 347 people, consisting of 183 males and 164 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 896 females per 1,000 males. There are 73 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 344 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ganipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 183 | 164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 39 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 182 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 114 | 106 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 69 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Ganipara
Ganipara 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 Ganipara
Ganipara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 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 Ganipara is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ganipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ganipara 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 Ganipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ganipara 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 Ganipara
Where is Ganipara located?
Ganipara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ganipara?
The pincode of Ganipara is 794103.
What is the population of Ganipara?
Ganipara has a total population of 347, including 183 males and 164 females.
How many households are there in Ganipara?
There are 67 households in Ganipara.
What is the literacy rate in Ganipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ganipara is 63.40%. Male literacy is 62.30% and female literacy is 64.63%.