Matchok Chiring - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Matchok Chiring is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matchok Chiring is 273006. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Matchok Chiring 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 Matchok Chiring
According to the 2011 Census, Matchok Chiring village had a total population of 91 people, including 44 males and 47 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 27.27%, with male literacy at 36.67% and female literacy at 19.44%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 90.
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 | 91 | 44 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 90 | 44 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 33 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Matchok Chiring
Matchok Chiring 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 Matchok Chiring
Public transport in the Matchok Chiring is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Matchok Chiring is about 27 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matchok Chiring
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matchok Chiring village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Matchok Chiring
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matchok Chiring village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Matchok Chiring
Where is Matchok Chiring located?
Matchok Chiring village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matchok Chiring?
The pincode of Matchok Chiring is 794105.
What is the population of Matchok Chiring?
Matchok Chiring had a total population of 91, including 44 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Matchok Chiring?
Matchok Chiring had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matchok Chiring?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matchok Chiring was 27.27%. Male literacy was 36.67% and female literacy was 19.44%.