Durapara - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Durapara is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Selsella and around 64 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Durapara is 272984. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Durapara 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 Durapara
As per Census 2011, Durapara village has a total population of 149 people, consisting of 74 males and 75 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 149 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Durapara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 9 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 149 | 74 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 69 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Durapara
Durapara 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 Durapara
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Durapara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Durapara is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Durapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Durapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Durapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Durapara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Durapara
Where is Durapara located?
Durapara village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Durapara?
The pincode of Durapara is 794105.
What is the population of Durapara?
Durapara has a total population of 149, including 74 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Durapara?
There are 30 households in Durapara.
What is the literacy rate in Durapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Durapara is 4.70%. Male literacy is 6.76% and female literacy is 2.67%.