Matramchigre - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Matramchigre is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 33 km from Dadenggiri and around 63 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matramchigre is 273106. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Matramchigre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matramchigre
According to the 2011 Census, Matramchigre village had a total population of 358 people, including 185 males and 173 females, living in 78 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.10%, with male literacy at 41.67% and female literacy at 24.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 351.
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 | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 351 | 182 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 60 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 262 | 125 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Matramchigre
Matramchigre 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 Matramchigre
Public transport in the Matramchigre 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 Matramchigre is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matramchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matramchigre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matramchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matramchigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matramchigre
Where is Matramchigre located?
Matramchigre village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matramchigre?
The pincode of Matramchigre is 794104.
What is the population of Matramchigre?
Matramchigre had a total population of 358, including 185 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Matramchigre?
Matramchigre had 78 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matramchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matramchigre was 33.10%. Male literacy was 41.67% and female literacy was 24.66%.