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
As per Census 2011, Matramchigre village has a total population of 358 people, consisting of 185 males and 173 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 935 females per 1,000 males. There are 68 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 262 illiterate residents. Additionally, 351 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matramchigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 358 | 185 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 41 | 27 |
| 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 has a total population of 358, including 185 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Matramchigre?
There are 78 households in Matramchigre.
What is the literacy rate in Matramchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matramchigre is 26.82%. Male literacy is 32.43% and female literacy is 20.81%.