Papa Songmong - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Papa Songmong is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 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 Songmong is 275708. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Papa Songmong 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 Songmong
As per Census 2011, Papa Songmong village has a total population of 212 people, consisting of 114 males and 98 females. The village has 34 households and a sex ratio of 859 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Papa Songmong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 212 | 114 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 113 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 50 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 64 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Papa Songmong
Papa Songmong 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 Songmong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Papa Songmong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Papa Songmong 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 Songmong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Papa Songmong 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 Songmong
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 Songmong 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Papa Songmong
Where is Papa Songmong located?
Papa Songmong village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Papa Songmong?
The pincode of Papa Songmong is 794005.
What is the population of Papa Songmong?
Papa Songmong has a total population of 212, including 114 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Papa Songmong?
There are 34 households in Papa Songmong.
What is the literacy rate in Papa Songmong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Papa Songmong is 35.85%. Male literacy is 43.86% and female literacy is 26.53%.