Songkama Rongal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Songkama Rongal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songkama Rongal is 275240. 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 Songkama Rongal
According to the 2011 Census, Songkama Rongal village had a total population of 389 people, including 189 males and 200 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 39.01%, with male literacy at 41.88% and female literacy at 36.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 376.
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 | 389 | 189 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 376 | 184 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 122 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Songkama Rongal
Songkama Rongal 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 Songkama Rongal
Public transport in the Songkama Rongal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Songkama Rongal is about 33 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 Songkama Rongal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songkama Rongal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Songkama Rongal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songkama Rongal 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 Songkama Rongal
Where is Songkama Rongal located?
Songkama Rongal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songkama Rongal?
The pincode of Songkama Rongal is 794111.
What is the population of Songkama Rongal?
Songkama Rongal had a total population of 389, including 189 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Songkama Rongal?
Songkama Rongal had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songkama Rongal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkama Rongal was 39.01%. Male literacy was 41.88% and female literacy was 36.20%.