Kharkutta Songma - Kharkutta, North Garo Hills
Kharkutta Songma is a village situated in the Kharkutta subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from Kharkutta and around 102 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kharkutta Songma is 274975.
Kharkutta Songma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Kharkutta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kharkutta Songma
As per Census 2011, Kharkutta Songma village has a total population of 363 people, consisting of 201 males and 162 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 324 literate and 39 illiterate residents. Additionally, 353 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kharkutta Songma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 363 | 201 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 196 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 324 | 178 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 23 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kharkutta Songma
Kharkutta Songma 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 Kharkutta Songma
Kharkutta Songma 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 Kharkutta Songma is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kharkutta Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kharkutta Songma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kharkutta Songma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kharkutta Songma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kharkutta Songma
Where is Kharkutta Songma located?
Kharkutta Songma village is located in Kharkutta Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the population of Kharkutta Songma?
Kharkutta Songma has a total population of 363, including 201 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Kharkutta Songma?
There are 56 households in Kharkutta Songma.
What is the literacy rate in Kharkutta Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kharkutta Songma is 89.26%. Male literacy is 88.56% and female literacy is 90.12%.