Kasharipara - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Kasharipara is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kasharipara is 272897. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Kasharipara 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 Kasharipara
As per Census 2011, Kasharipara village has a total population of 1,512 people, consisting of 790 males and 722 females. The village has 281 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 711 literate and 801 illiterate residents. Additionally, 116 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kasharipara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,512 | 790 | 722 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 154 | 136 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 57 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 711 | 401 | 310 |
| Illiterate Population | 801 | 389 | 412 |
Nearby Villages of Kasharipara
Kasharipara 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 Kasharipara
Public transport in the Kasharipara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Kasharipara 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 Kasharipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kasharipara 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 Kasharipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kasharipara 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 Kasharipara
Where is Kasharipara located?
Kasharipara village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kasharipara?
The pincode of Kasharipara is 794104.
What is the population of Kasharipara?
Kasharipara has a total population of 1,512, including 790 males and 722 females.
How many households are there in Kasharipara?
There are 281 households in Kasharipara.
What is the literacy rate in Kasharipara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kasharipara is 47.02%. Male literacy is 50.76% and female literacy is 42.94%.