Askapara - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Askapara is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Askapara is 273010. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Askapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Askapara
As per Census 2011, Askapara village has a total population of 80 people, consisting of 39 males and 41 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,051 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 55 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Askapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 80 | 39 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 8 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Askapara
Askapara 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 Askapara
Public transport in the Askapara 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 Askapara is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Askapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Askapara 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 Askapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Askapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Askapara
Where is Askapara located?
Askapara village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Askapara?
The pincode of Askapara is 794105.
What is the population of Askapara?
Askapara has a total population of 80, including 39 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Askapara?
There are 12 households in Askapara.
What is the literacy rate in Askapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Askapara is 68.75%. Male literacy is 79.49% and female literacy is 58.54%.