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.
Songkama-Waksogre 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-Waksogre
As per Census 2011, Songkama-Waksogre village has a total population of 385 people, consisting of 194 males and 191 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 984 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 167 literate and 218 illiterate residents. Additionally, 354 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songkama-Waksogre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 385 | 194 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| 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 has a total population of 385, including 194 males and 191 females.
How many households are there in Songkama-Waksogre?
There are 76 households in Songkama-Waksogre.
What is the literacy rate in Songkama-Waksogre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkama-Waksogre is 43.38%. Male literacy is 48.45% and female literacy is 38.22%.