Sokadam Aruakgre - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Sokadam Aruakgre is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokadam Aruakgre is 275288. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sokadam Aruakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Sokadam Aruakgre village had a total population of 51 people, including 27 males and 24 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.53%, with male literacy at 39.13% and female literacy at 40.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 51.
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 | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 51 | 27 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Sokadam Aruakgre
Sokadam Aruakgre 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 Sokadam Aruakgre
Sokadam Aruakgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Sokadam Aruakgre is about 40 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 Sokadam Aruakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokadam Aruakgre 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 Sokadam Aruakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokadam Aruakgre 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 Sokadam Aruakgre
Where is Sokadam Aruakgre located?
Sokadam Aruakgre village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sokadam Aruakgre?
The pincode of Sokadam Aruakgre is 794103.
What is the population of Sokadam Aruakgre?
Sokadam Aruakgre had a total population of 51, including 27 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Sokadam Aruakgre?
Sokadam Aruakgre had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokadam Aruakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokadam Aruakgre was 39.53%. Male literacy was 39.13% and female literacy was 40.00%.