Songmagre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Songmagre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 11 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songmagre is 275494. 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 Songmagre
According to the 2011 Census, Songmagre village had a total population of 197 people, including 96 males and 101 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,052 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 43.33%, with male literacy at 57.75% and female literacy at 30.38%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 196.
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 | 197 | 96 | 101 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 96 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 41 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 55 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Songmagre
Songmagre 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 Songmagre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Songmagre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Songmagre is about 11 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songmagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songmagre 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 Songmagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songmagre 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 Songmagre
Where is Songmagre located?
Songmagre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songmagre?
The pincode of Songmagre is 794111.
What is the population of Songmagre?
Songmagre had a total population of 197, including 96 males and 101 females.
How many households are there in Songmagre?
Songmagre had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songmagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songmagre was 43.33%. Male literacy was 57.75% and female literacy was 30.38%.