Murchapani Koch - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Murchapani Koch is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Betasing and around 60 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murchapani Koch is 273789. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Murchapani Koch village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Murchapani Koch
As per Census 2011, Murchapani Koch village has a total population of 170 people, consisting of 86 males and 84 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 80 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murchapani Koch are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 51 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 35 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Murchapani Koch
Murchapani Koch 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 Murchapani Koch
Murchapani Koch 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 Tura to Murchapani Koch is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Murchapani Koch
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murchapani Koch village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Murchapani Koch
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Murchapani Koch village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Murchapani Koch
Where is Murchapani Koch located?
Murchapani Koch village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Murchapani Koch?
The pincode of Murchapani Koch is 794115.
What is the population of Murchapani Koch?
Murchapani Koch has a total population of 170, including 86 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Murchapani Koch?
There are 36 households in Murchapani Koch.
What is the literacy rate in Murchapani Koch?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murchapani Koch is 47.06%. Male literacy is 59.30% and female literacy is 34.52%.