Konarchar - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Konarchar is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Konarchar is 272896. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Konarchar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konarchar
As per Census 2011, Konarchar village has a total population of 882 people, consisting of 457 males and 425 females. The village has 180 households and a sex ratio of 929 females per 1,000 males. There are 195 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 380 literate and 502 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Konarchar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 882 | 457 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 380 | 214 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 502 | 243 | 259 |
Nearby Villages of Konarchar
Konarchar 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 Konarchar
Public transport in the Konarchar is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Konarchar is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Konarchar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Konarchar 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 Konarchar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Konarchar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Konarchar
Where is Konarchar located?
Konarchar village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Konarchar?
The pincode of Konarchar is 794104.
What is the population of Konarchar?
Konarchar has a total population of 882, including 457 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Konarchar?
There are 180 households in Konarchar.
What is the literacy rate in Konarchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konarchar is 43.08%. Male literacy is 46.83% and female literacy is 39.06%.