Matchokgre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Matchokgre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matchokgre is 273064. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Matchokgre 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 Matchokgre
According to the 2011 Census, Matchokgre village had a total population of 76 people, including 33 males and 43 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,303 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 28.57%, with male literacy at 24.14% and female literacy at 32.35%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 4 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 26 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Matchokgre
Matchokgre 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 Matchokgre
Public transport in the Matchokgre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Matchokgre is about 28 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 Matchokgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matchokgre 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 Matchokgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Matchokgre 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 Matchokgre
Where is Matchokgre located?
Matchokgre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matchokgre?
The pincode of Matchokgre is 794104.
What is the population of Matchokgre?
Matchokgre had a total population of 76, including 33 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Matchokgre?
Matchokgre had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matchokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matchokgre was 28.57%. Male literacy was 24.14% and female literacy was 32.35%.