Rochonpara - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Rochonpara is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 78 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rochonpara is 273042. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Rochonpara 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 Rochonpara
As per Census 2011, Rochonpara village has a total population of 560 people, consisting of 283 males and 277 females. The village has 96 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 97 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 313 illiterate residents. Additionally, 535 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rochonpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 560 | 283 | 277 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 97 | 46 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 535 | 271 | 264 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 128 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 313 | 155 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Rochonpara
Rochonpara 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 Rochonpara
Public transport in the Rochonpara 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 Rochonpara is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rochonpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rochonpara 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 Rochonpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rochonpara 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 Rochonpara
Where is Rochonpara located?
Rochonpara village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rochonpara?
The pincode of Rochonpara is 794104.
What is the population of Rochonpara?
Rochonpara has a total population of 560, including 283 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Rochonpara?
There are 96 households in Rochonpara.
What is the literacy rate in Rochonpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rochonpara is 44.11%. Male literacy is 45.23% and female literacy is 42.96%.