Machangpani - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Machangpani is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machangpani is 274370. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Machangpani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machangpani
As per Census 2011, Machangpani village has a total population of 45 people, consisting of 17 males and 28 females. The village has 8 households and a sex ratio of 1,647 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 8 illiterate residents. Additionally, 45 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Machangpani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 1 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Machangpani
Machangpani 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 Machangpani
Public transport in the Machangpani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Machangpani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Machangpani is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machangpani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machangpani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Machangpani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machangpani 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machangpani
Where is Machangpani located?
Machangpani village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Machangpani?
The pincode of Machangpani is 794104.
What is the population of Machangpani?
Machangpani has a total population of 45, including 17 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Machangpani?
There are 8 households in Machangpani.
What is the literacy rate in Machangpani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machangpani is 82.22%. Male literacy is 94.12% and female literacy is 75.00%.