Matchakol - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Matchakol is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matchakol is 276298. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matchakol
According to the 2011 Census, Matchakol village had a total population of 167 people, including 104 males and 63 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 606 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 86.81% and female literacy at 63.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 128.
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 | 167 | 104 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 79 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 25 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Matchakol
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 Matchakol
Matchakol is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Matchakol is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matchakol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in 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 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matchakol
Where is Matchakol located?
Matchakol village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matchakol?
The pincode of Matchakol is 794114.
What is the population of Matchakol?
Matchakol had a total population of 167, including 104 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Matchakol?
Matchakol had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matchakol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matchakol was 78.57%. Male literacy was 86.81% and female literacy was 63.27%.