Tungrurchar - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Tungrurchar is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from Zikzak and around 80 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tungrurchar is 274015. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Tungrurchar 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 Tungrurchar
As per Census 2011, Tungrurchar village has a total population of 1,507 people, consisting of 787 males and 720 females. The village has 336 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 652 literate and 855 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tungrurchar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,507 | 787 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 652 | 370 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 855 | 417 | 438 |
Nearby Villages of Tungrurchar
Tungrurchar 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 Tungrurchar
Public transport in the Tungrurchar 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 Tungrurchar 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 Tungrurchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tungrurchar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tungrurchar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tungrurchar 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 Tungrurchar
Where is Tungrurchar located?
Tungrurchar village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tungrurchar?
The pincode of Tungrurchar is 794001.
What is the population of Tungrurchar?
Tungrurchar has a total population of 1,507, including 787 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Tungrurchar?
There are 336 households in Tungrurchar.
What is the literacy rate in Tungrurchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungrurchar is 43.26%. Male literacy is 47.01% and female literacy is 39.17%.