Rakwapara - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Rakwapara 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 Rakwapara is 274166. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Rakwapara 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 Rakwapara
According to the 2011 Census, Rakwapara village had a total population of 428 people, including 218 males and 210 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.06%, with male literacy at 83.23% and female literacy at 64.05%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 411.
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 | 428 | 218 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 51 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 411 | 209 | 202 |
| Literate Population | 237 | 139 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 79 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Rakwapara
Rakwapara 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 Rakwapara
Public transport in the Rakwapara 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 Rakwapara 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 Rakwapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rakwapara 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 Rakwapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rakwapara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rakwapara
Where is Rakwapara located?
Rakwapara village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rakwapara?
The pincode of Rakwapara is 794005.
What is the population of Rakwapara?
Rakwapara had a total population of 428, including 218 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Rakwapara?
Rakwapara had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakwapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rakwapara was 74.06%. Male literacy was 83.23% and female literacy was 64.05%.