Songsak Agalgre - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Songsak Agalgre is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 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 Songsak Agalgre is 275299. 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 Songsak Agalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Songsak Agalgre village had a total population of 432 people, including 224 males and 208 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.05%, with male literacy at 58.92% and female literacy at 61.20%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 415.
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 | 432 | 224 | 208 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 415 | 214 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 109 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 115 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Songsak Agalgre
Songsak Agalgre 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 Songsak Agalgre
Songsak Agalgre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Songsak Agalgre 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 Songsak Agalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songsak Agalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songsak Agalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songsak Agalgre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songsak Agalgre
Where is Songsak Agalgre located?
Songsak Agalgre village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songsak Agalgre?
The pincode of Songsak Agalgre is 794111.
What is the population of Songsak Agalgre?
Songsak Agalgre had a total population of 432, including 224 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Songsak Agalgre?
Songsak Agalgre had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songsak Agalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsak Agalgre was 60.05%. Male literacy was 58.92% and female literacy was 61.20%.