Majerchar Barman - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Majerchar Barman is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Majerchar Barman is 274014. The village falls under the 794106 pincode.
Majerchar Barman village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Majerchar Barman
According to the 2011 Census, Majerchar Barman village had a total population of 1,034 people, including 492 males and 542 females, living in 250 households. The sex ratio was 1,102 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.67%, with male literacy at 77.43% and female literacy at 64.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,034 | 492 | 542 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 127 | 49 | 78 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 641 | 343 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 393 | 149 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Majerchar Barman
Majerchar Barman 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 Majerchar Barman
Public transport in the Majerchar Barman is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Majerchar Barman is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Majerchar Barman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Majerchar Barman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Majerchar Barman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Majerchar Barman 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Majerchar Barman
Where is Majerchar Barman located?
Majerchar Barman village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Majerchar Barman?
The pincode of Majerchar Barman is 794106.
What is the population of Majerchar Barman?
Majerchar Barman had a total population of 1,034, including 492 males and 542 females.
How many households are there in Majerchar Barman?
Majerchar Barman had 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Majerchar Barman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Majerchar Barman was 70.67%. Male literacy was 77.43% and female literacy was 64.22%.