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.
Songkama Rongal 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 Songkama Rongal
As per Census 2011, Songkama Rongal village has a total population of 389 people, consisting of 189 males and 200 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 126 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 376 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songkama Rongal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 389 | 189 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 29 | 37 |
| 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 has a total population of 389, including 189 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Songkama Rongal?
There are 76 households in Songkama Rongal.
What is the literacy rate in Songkama Rongal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkama Rongal is 32.39%. Male literacy is 35.45% and female literacy is 29.50%.