New Kalapara - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
New Kalapara is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 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 New Kalapara is 273337. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
New Kalapara 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 New Kalapara
According to the 2011 Census, New Kalapara village had a total population of 134 people, including 73 males and 61 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 836 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.37%, with male literacy at 57.69% and female literacy at 14.89%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 131.
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 | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 21 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 131 | 73 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 30 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 43 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of New Kalapara
New Kalapara 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 New Kalapara
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the New Kalapara.
| 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 New Kalapara 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 New Kalapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Kalapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in New Kalapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Kalapara 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 New Kalapara
Where is New Kalapara located?
New Kalapara village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Kalapara?
The pincode of New Kalapara is 794109.
What is the population of New Kalapara?
New Kalapara had a total population of 134, including 73 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in New Kalapara?
New Kalapara had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Kalapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Kalapara was 37.37%. Male literacy was 57.69% and female literacy was 14.89%.