Papa Songgital - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Papa Songgital is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Papa Songgital is 275709. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papa Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Papa Songgital village had a total population of 92 people, including 51 males and 41 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 804 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.67%, with male literacy at 40.48% and female literacy at 54.55%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 91.
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 | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 91 | 50 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 34 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Papa Songgital
Papa 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 Papa Songgital
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Papa Songgital.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Papa Songgital is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Papa Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papa Songgital 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 Papa 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 Papa Songgital 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papa Songgital
Where is Papa Songgital located?
Papa Songgital village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Papa Songgital?
The pincode of Papa Songgital is 794005.
What is the population of Papa Songgital?
Papa Songgital had a total population of 92, including 51 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Papa Songgital?
Papa Songgital had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Papa Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papa Songgital was 46.67%. Male literacy was 40.48% and female literacy was 54.55%.