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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Konarchar
According to the 2011 Census, Konarchar village had a total population of 882 people, including 457 males and 425 females, living in 180 households. The sex ratio was 930 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.31%, with male literacy at 60.97% and female literacy at 49.40%.
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 | 882 | 457 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 195 | 106 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 882, including 457 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Konarchar?
Konarchar had 180 households.
What is the literacy rate in Konarchar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Konarchar was 55.31%. Male literacy was 60.97% and female literacy was 49.40%.