Geru Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Geru Apal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Geru Apal is 275260. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Geru Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Geru Apal village had a total population of 181 people, including 90 males and 91 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.92%, with male literacy at 55.38% and female literacy at 43.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 181 | 90 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 83 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 54 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Geru Apal
Geru Apal 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 Geru Apal
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Geru Apal.
| 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 Williamnagar to Geru Apal is about 36 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 Geru Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Geru Apal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Geru Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Geru Apal 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 Geru Apal
Where is Geru Apal located?
Geru Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Geru Apal?
The pincode of Geru Apal is 794110.
What is the population of Geru Apal?
Geru Apal had a total population of 181, including 90 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Geru Apal?
Geru Apal had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geru Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geru Apal was 48.92%. Male literacy was 55.38% and female literacy was 43.24%.