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.
Buripara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Buripara
As per Census 2011, Buripara village has a total population of 486 people, consisting of 237 males and 249 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 1,050 females per 1,000 males. There are 109 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 176 literate and 310 illiterate residents. Additionally, 482 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Buripara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 486 | 237 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 54 | 55 |
| 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 has a total population of 486, including 237 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Buripara?
There are 96 households in Buripara.
What is the literacy rate in Buripara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Buripara is 36.21%. Male literacy is 42.62% and female literacy is 30.12%.