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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mahendraganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tungrurchar
According to the 2011 Census, Tungrurchar village had a total population of 1,507 people, including 787 males and 720 females, living in 336 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.37%, with male literacy at 57.19% and female literacy at 47.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 1,507 | 787 | 720 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,507, including 787 males and 720 females.
How many households are there in Tungrurchar?
Tungrurchar had 336 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tungrurchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tungrurchar was 52.37%. Male literacy was 57.19% and female literacy was 47.16%.