Matrongkolgre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Matrongkolgre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matrongkolgre is 273890. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matrongkolgre
According to the 2011 Census, Matrongkolgre village had a total population of 319 people, including 171 males and 148 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.03%, with male literacy at 59.70% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 318.
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 | 319 | 171 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 318 | 171 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 80 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 191 | 91 | 100 |
Nearby Villages of Matrongkolgre
Matrongkolgre 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 Matrongkolgre
Matrongkolgre 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Matrongkolgre 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 Matrongkolgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matrongkolgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matrongkolgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matrongkolgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matrongkolgre
Where is Matrongkolgre located?
Matrongkolgre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matrongkolgre?
The pincode of Matrongkolgre is 794115.
What is the population of Matrongkolgre?
Matrongkolgre had a total population of 319, including 171 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Matrongkolgre?
Matrongkolgre had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matrongkolgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matrongkolgre was 52.03%. Male literacy was 59.70% and female literacy was 42.86%.