Maraka Chiring - Baghmara, South Garo Hills
Maraka Chiring is a village situated in the Baghmara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maraka Chiring is 276162. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maraka Chiring
According to the 2011 Census, Maraka Chiring village had a total population of 153 people, including 76 males and 77 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,013 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.26%, with male literacy at 81.54% and female literacy at 67.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 153 | 76 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 11 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 53 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 23 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Maraka Chiring
Maraka Chiring 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 Maraka Chiring
Maraka Chiring is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Baghmara to Maraka Chiring is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maraka Chiring
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maraka Chiring 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Maraka Chiring
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Maraka Chiring 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Maraka Chiring
Where is Maraka Chiring located?
Maraka Chiring village is located in Baghmara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Maraka Chiring?
The pincode of Maraka Chiring is 794102.
What is the population of Maraka Chiring?
Maraka Chiring had a total population of 153, including 76 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Maraka Chiring?
Maraka Chiring had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maraka Chiring?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maraka Chiring was 74.26%. Male literacy was 81.54% and female literacy was 67.61%.