Mothapara - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Mothapara is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 86 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mothapara is 273269. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Mothapara 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 Mothapara
According to the 2011 Census, Mothapara village had a total population of 216 people, including 114 males and 102 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 895 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.44%, with male literacy at 84.69% and female literacy at 51.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
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 | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 114 | 101 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 83 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 31 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Mothapara
Mothapara 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 Mothapara
Mothapara 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 >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 Mothapara is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mothapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mothapara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mothapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mothapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Mothapara
Where is Mothapara located?
Mothapara village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Mothapara?
The pincode of Mothapara is 794109.
What is the population of Mothapara?
Mothapara had a total population of 216, including 114 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Mothapara?
Mothapara had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mothapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mothapara was 69.44%. Male literacy was 84.69% and female literacy was 51.22%.