Songma Enggok - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Songma Enggok is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songma Enggok is 275369. 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 Songma Enggok
According to the 2011 Census, Songma Enggok village had a total population of 256 people, including 147 males and 109 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 741 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.02%, with male literacy at 81.36% and female literacy at 63.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 249.
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 | 256 | 147 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 29 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 143 | 106 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 96 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 51 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Songma Enggok
Songma Enggok 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 Songma Enggok
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Songma Enggok.
| 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 Songma Enggok is about 38 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 Songma Enggok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songma Enggok 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 Songma Enggok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songma Enggok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songma Enggok
Where is Songma Enggok located?
Songma Enggok village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songma Enggok?
The pincode of Songma Enggok is 794111.
What is the population of Songma Enggok?
Songma Enggok had a total population of 256, including 147 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Songma Enggok?
Songma Enggok had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songma Enggok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songma Enggok was 74.02%. Male literacy was 81.36% and female literacy was 63.95%.