Songkama-Waksogre - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Songkama-Waksogre is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 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 Songkama-Waksogre is 275237. 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-Waksogre
According to the 2011 Census, Songkama-Waksogre village had a total population of 385 people, including 194 males and 191 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.35%, with male literacy at 60.65% and female literacy at 46.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 354.
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 | 385 | 194 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 354 | 176 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 94 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 218 | 100 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Songkama-Waksogre
Songkama-Waksogre 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-Waksogre
Public transport in the Songkama-Waksogre 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-Waksogre 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 Songkama-Waksogre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songkama-Waksogre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Songkama-Waksogre
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-Waksogre 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-Waksogre
Where is Songkama-Waksogre located?
Songkama-Waksogre village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songkama-Waksogre?
The pincode of Songkama-Waksogre is 794111.
What is the population of Songkama-Waksogre?
Songkama-Waksogre had a total population of 385, including 194 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Songkama-Waksogre?
Songkama-Waksogre had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songkama-Waksogre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkama-Waksogre was 53.35%. Male literacy was 60.65% and female literacy was 46.20%.