Dhelapara - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Dhelapara is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dhelapara is 273322. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Dhelapara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dhelapara
According to the 2011 Census, Dhelapara village had a total population of 383 people, including 196 males and 187 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.66%, with male literacy at 78.11% and female literacy at 60.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 377.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 383 | 196 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 27 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 377 | 192 | 185 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 132 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 64 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Dhelapara
Dhelapara 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 Dhelapara
Dhelapara 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Dhelapara is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dhelapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dhelapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dhelapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dhelapara 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 Dhelapara
Where is Dhelapara located?
Dhelapara village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dhelapara?
The pincode of Dhelapara is 794109.
What is the population of Dhelapara?
Dhelapara had a total population of 383, including 196 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Dhelapara?
Dhelapara had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhelapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dhelapara was 69.66%. Male literacy was 78.11% and female literacy was 60.39%.