Matchokpara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Matchokpara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matchokpara is 274324. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Matchokpara 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 Matchokpara
As per Census 2011, Matchokpara village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 64 males and 40 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 625 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 69 literate and 35 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 84 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matchokpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 64 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 69 | 48 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 16 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Matchokpara
Matchokpara 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 Matchokpara
Public transport in the Matchokpara is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Matchokpara is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matchokpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matchokpara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Matchokpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matchokpara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Matchokpara
Where is Matchokpara located?
Matchokpara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matchokpara?
The pincode of Matchokpara is 794103.
What is the population of Matchokpara?
Matchokpara has a total population of 104, including 64 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Matchokpara?
There are 17 households in Matchokpara.
What is the literacy rate in Matchokpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matchokpara is 66.35%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 52.50%.