Tochapara - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Tochapara 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 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tochapara is 274159. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tochapara
According to the 2011 Census, Tochapara village had a total population of 486 people, including 249 males and 237 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 31.00%, with male literacy at 35.68% and female literacy at 26.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 480.
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 | 486 | 249 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 64 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 480 | 244 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 183 | 188 |
Nearby Villages of Tochapara
Tochapara 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 Tochapara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Tochapara.
| 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 Tochapara is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tochapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tochapara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tochapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tochapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tochapara
Where is Tochapara located?
Tochapara village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tochapara?
The pincode of Tochapara is 794005.
What is the population of Tochapara?
Tochapara had a total population of 486, including 249 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Tochapara?
Tochapara had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tochapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tochapara was 31.00%. Male literacy was 35.68% and female literacy was 26.34%.