Murchapani - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Murchapani is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Betasing and around 58 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Murchapani is 273788. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Murchapani 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
As per Census 2011, Murchapani village has a total population of 522 people, consisting of 260 males and 262 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,007 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 312 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 507 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Murchapani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 522 | 260 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 507 | 255 | 252 |
| Literate Population | 312 | 158 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 102 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Murchapani
Murchapani 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
Public transport in the Murchapani 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 is about 58 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
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Murchapani 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
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Murchapani
Where is Murchapani located?
Murchapani village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Murchapani?
The pincode of Murchapani is 794115.
What is the population of Murchapani?
Murchapani has a total population of 522, including 260 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Murchapani?
There are 87 households in Murchapani.
What is the literacy rate in Murchapani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Murchapani is 59.77%. Male literacy is 60.77% and female literacy is 58.78%.