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.
Geru Apal 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 Geru Apal
As per Census 2011, Geru Apal village has a total population of 181 people, consisting of 90 males and 91 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 68 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Geru Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 181 | 90 | 91 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| 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 has a total population of 181, including 90 males and 91 females.
How many households are there in Geru Apal?
There are 31 households in Geru Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Geru Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Geru Apal is 37.57%. Male literacy is 40.00% and female literacy is 35.16%.