Matchokgre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Matchokgre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 73 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Matchokgre is 273373. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre 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 272 people, including 123 males and 149 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 1,211 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.04%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 82.68%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 269.
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 | 272 | 123 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 120 | 149 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 94 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 73 | 29 | 44 |
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
Matchokgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Matchokgre 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 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 <1 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 <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Matchokgre
Where is Matchokgre located?
Matchokgre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Matchokgre?
The pincode of Matchokgre is 794109.
What is the population of Matchokgre?
Matchokgre had a total population of 272, including 123 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Matchokgre?
Matchokgre had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Matchokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Matchokgre was 85.04%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 82.68%.