Pechua - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Pechua is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pechua is 273011. 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 Pechua
According to the 2011 Census, Pechua village had a total population of 222 people, including 107 males and 115 females, living in 41 households. The sex ratio was 1,075 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.00%, with male literacy at 81.32% and female literacy at 78.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 218.
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 | 222 | 107 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 218 | 104 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 148 | 74 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 33 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Pechua
Pechua 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 Pechua
Public transport in the Pechua 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 Pechua is about 40 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 Pechua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pechua 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 Pechua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pechua 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 Pechua
Where is Pechua located?
Pechua village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pechua?
The pincode of Pechua is 794104.
What is the population of Pechua?
Pechua had a total population of 222, including 107 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Pechua?
Pechua had 41 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pechua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pechua was 80.00%. Male literacy was 81.32% and female literacy was 78.72%.