Kerupara (Bokmagre) - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Kerupara (Bokmagre) is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kerupara (Bokmagre) is 274167. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kerupara (Bokmagre)
According to the 2011 Census, Kerupara (Bokmagre) village had a total population of 263 people, including 135 males and 128 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.49%, with male literacy at 60.19% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 248.
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 | 263 | 135 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 27 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 248 | 130 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 65 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 144 | 70 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Kerupara (Bokmagre)
Kerupara (Bokmagre) 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 Kerupara (Bokmagre)
Public transport in the Kerupara (Bokmagre) 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 >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 Kerupara (Bokmagre) 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 Kerupara (Bokmagre)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kerupara (Bokmagre) 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 Kerupara (Bokmagre)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kerupara (Bokmagre) 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kerupara (Bokmagre)
Where is Kerupara (Bokmagre) located?
Kerupara (Bokmagre) village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kerupara (Bokmagre)?
The pincode of Kerupara (Bokmagre) is 794005.
What is the population of Kerupara (Bokmagre)?
Kerupara (Bokmagre) had a total population of 263, including 135 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Kerupara (Bokmagre)?
Kerupara (Bokmagre) had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kerupara (Bokmagre)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kerupara (Bokmagre) was 57.49%. Male literacy was 60.19% and female literacy was 54.55%.