Buripara - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Buripara is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Buripara is 273512. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buripara
According to the 2011 Census, Buripara village had a total population of 486 people, including 237 males and 249 females, living in 96 households. The sex ratio was 1,051 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.68%, with male literacy at 55.19% and female literacy at 38.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 482.
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 | 237 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 482 | 237 | 245 |
| Literate Population | 176 | 101 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 136 | 174 |
Nearby Villages of Buripara
Buripara 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 Buripara
Buripara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Buripara is about 35 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 Buripara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Buripara 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 Buripara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Buripara 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Buripara
Where is Buripara located?
Buripara village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Buripara?
The pincode of Buripara is 794002.
What is the population of Buripara?
Buripara had a total population of 486, including 237 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Buripara?
Buripara had 96 households.
What is the literacy rate in Buripara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buripara was 46.68%. Male literacy was 55.19% and female literacy was 38.66%.