Songsak Bolchugre - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Songsak Bolchugre 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 25 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songsak Bolchugre is 275316. 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 Bolchugre
According to the 2011 Census, Songsak Bolchugre village had a total population of 389 people, including 190 males and 199 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.78%, with male literacy at 73.65% and female literacy at 60.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 378.
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 | 190 | 199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 85 | 42 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 378 | 182 | 196 |
| Literate Population | 203 | 109 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 81 | 105 |
Nearby Villages of Songsak Bolchugre
Songsak Bolchugre 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 Bolchugre
Public transport in the Songsak Bolchugre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Bolchugre is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songsak Bolchugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songsak Bolchugre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Songsak Bolchugre
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 Bolchugre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songsak Bolchugre
Where is Songsak Bolchugre located?
Songsak Bolchugre village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songsak Bolchugre?
The pincode of Songsak Bolchugre is 794111.
What is the population of Songsak Bolchugre?
Songsak Bolchugre had a total population of 389, including 190 males and 199 females.
How many households are there in Songsak Bolchugre?
Songsak Bolchugre had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songsak Bolchugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsak Bolchugre was 66.78%. Male literacy was 73.65% and female literacy was 60.26%.