Malchapara - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Malchapara is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from Betasing and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Malchapara is 273716. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Malchapara
According to the 2011 Census, Malchapara village had a total population of 402 people, including 216 males and 186 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.98%, with male literacy at 80.35% and female literacy at 59.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 401.
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 | 402 | 216 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 43 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 401 | 215 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 225 | 139 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 77 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Malchapara
Malchapara 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 Malchapara
Malchapara 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Malchapara is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Malchapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Malchapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Malchapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Malchapara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Malchapara
Where is Malchapara located?
Malchapara village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Malchapara?
The pincode of Malchapara is 794115.
What is the population of Malchapara?
Malchapara had a total population of 402, including 216 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Malchapara?
Malchapara had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Malchapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Malchapara was 70.98%. Male literacy was 80.35% and female literacy was 59.72%.