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.
Megagre Songgitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Megagre Songgitcham
As per Census 2011, Megagre Songgitcham village has a total population of 231 people, consisting of 123 males and 108 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 878 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 128 literate and 103 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Megagre Songgitcham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 231 | 123 | 108 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 231, including 123 males and 108 females.
How many households are there in Megagre Songgitcham?
There are 51 households in Megagre Songgitcham.
What is the literacy rate in Megagre Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megagre Songgitcham is 55.41%. Male literacy is 61.79% and female literacy is 48.15%.