Megagre Songgitcham - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Megagre Songgitcham is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 27 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megagre Songgitcham is 275380. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megagre Songgitcham
According to the 2011 Census, Megagre Songgitcham village had a total population of 231 people, including 123 males and 108 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.82%, with male literacy at 80.85% and female literacy at 56.52%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 230.
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 | 231 | 123 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 123 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 76 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 103 | 47 | 56 |
Nearby Villages of Megagre Songgitcham
Megagre Songgitcham 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 Megagre Songgitcham
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Megagre Songgitcham.
| 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 Williamnagar to Megagre Songgitcham 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 Megagre Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megagre Songgitcham 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Megagre Songgitcham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Megagre Songgitcham 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 Megagre Songgitcham
Where is Megagre Songgitcham located?
Megagre Songgitcham village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Megagre Songgitcham?
The pincode of Megagre Songgitcham is 794111.
What is the population of Megagre Songgitcham?
Megagre Songgitcham had a total population of 231, including 123 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Megagre Songgitcham?
Megagre Songgitcham had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megagre Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megagre Songgitcham was 68.82%. Male literacy was 80.85% and female literacy was 56.52%.