Samin Matchakol - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Samin Matchakol is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samin Matchakol is 275267. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Samin Matchakol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samin Matchakol
As per Census 2011, Samin Matchakol village has a total population of 175 people, consisting of 97 males and 78 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 804 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 142 illiterate residents. Additionally, 171 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samin Matchakol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 175 | 97 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 30 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 171 | 94 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 21 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 76 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Samin Matchakol
Samin Matchakol 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 Samin Matchakol
Public transport in the Samin Matchakol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Williamnagar to Samin Matchakol is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samin Matchakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samin Matchakol 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 Samin Matchakol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samin Matchakol 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 Samin Matchakol
Where is Samin Matchakol located?
Samin Matchakol village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samin Matchakol?
The pincode of Samin Matchakol is 794111.
What is the population of Samin Matchakol?
Samin Matchakol has a total population of 175, including 97 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Samin Matchakol?
There are 29 households in Samin Matchakol.
What is the literacy rate in Samin Matchakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samin Matchakol is 18.86%. Male literacy is 21.65% and female literacy is 15.38%.