Gare Songgital - Baghmara, South Garo Hills
Gare Songgital is a village situated in the Baghmara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gare Songgital is 276103. The village falls under the 794102 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gare Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Gare Songgital village had a total population of 265 people, including 126 males and 139 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.90%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 73.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 265 | 126 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 24 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 121 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 88 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 38 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Gare Songgital
Gare Songgital 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 Gare Songgital
Gare Songgital is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Gare Songgital is about 30 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 Gare Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gare Songgital village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gare Songgital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gare Songgital 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gare Songgital
Where is Gare Songgital located?
Gare Songgital village is located in Baghmara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gare Songgital?
The pincode of Gare Songgital is 794102.
What is the population of Gare Songgital?
Gare Songgital had a total population of 265, including 126 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Gare Songgital?
Gare Songgital had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gare Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gare Songgital was 79.90%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 73.53%.