Songmegap - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Songmegap is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from Resubelpara and around 78 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songmegap is 274588. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Songmegap village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Resubelpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songmegap
According to the 2011 Census, Songmegap village had a total population of 174 people, including 79 males and 95 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,203 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.57%, with male literacy at 76.27% and female literacy at 75.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 174.
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 | 174 | 79 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 20 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 174 | 79 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 45 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 34 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Songmegap
Songmegap 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 Songmegap
Songmegap is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Songmegap.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Songmegap is about 78 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songmegap
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songmegap village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songmegap
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songmegap village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songmegap
Where is Songmegap located?
Songmegap village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songmegap?
The pincode of Songmegap is 794005.
What is the population of Songmegap?
Songmegap had a total population of 174, including 79 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Songmegap?
Songmegap had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songmegap?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songmegap was 75.57%. Male literacy was 76.27% and female literacy was 75.00%.