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.
Papa Songgital village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Papa Songgital
As per Census 2011, Papa Songgital village has a total population of 92 people, consisting of 51 males and 41 females. The village has 18 households and a sex ratio of 803 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 91 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papa Songgital are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 92 | 51 | 41 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| 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 has a total population of 92, including 51 males and 41 females.
How many households are there in Papa Songgital?
There are 18 households in Papa Songgital.
What is the literacy rate in Papa Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papa Songgital is 38.04%. Male literacy is 33.33% and female literacy is 43.90%.