Matchok Songram - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Matchok Songram is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matchok Songram is 273315. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Matchok Songram village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Tikrikila Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Matchok Songram
As per Census 2011, Matchok Songram village has a total population of 215 people, consisting of 108 males and 107 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 57 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Matchok Songram are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 108 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 70 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Matchok Songram
Matchok Songram 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 Songram
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Matchok Songram.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Matchok Songram is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Matchok Songram
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Matchok Songram village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Matchok Songram
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 Songram village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Matchok Songram
Where is Matchok Songram located?
Matchok Songram village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matchok Songram?
The pincode of Matchok Songram is 794109.
What is the population of Matchok Songram?
Matchok Songram has a total population of 215, including 108 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Matchok Songram?
There are 44 households in Matchok Songram.
What is the literacy rate in Matchok Songram?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matchok Songram is 35.35%. Male literacy is 35.19% and female literacy is 35.51%.