Makalpara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Makalpara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 48 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makalpara is 274265. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Makalpara
According to the 2011 Census, Makalpara village had a total population of 218 people, including 110 males and 108 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.93%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 42.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
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 | 218 | 110 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 95 | 60 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 50 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Makalpara
Makalpara 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 Makalpara
Makalpara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Makalpara is about 48 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 Makalpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makalpara 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 Makalpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Makalpara 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 Makalpara
Where is Makalpara located?
Makalpara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Makalpara?
The pincode of Makalpara is 794103.
What is the population of Makalpara?
Makalpara had a total population of 218, including 110 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Makalpara?
Makalpara had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Makalpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makalpara was 57.93%. Male literacy was 73.17% and female literacy was 42.68%.