Ringkap Sonawari - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Ringkap Sonawari is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ringkap Sonawari is 275755. 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 Ringkap Sonawari
According to the 2011 Census, Ringkap Sonawari village had a total population of 120 people, including 64 males and 56 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 73.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 120 | 64 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 62 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 74 | 43 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 46 | 21 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Ringkap Sonawari
Ringkap Sonawari 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 Ringkap Sonawari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ringkap Sonawari.
| 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 Ringkap Sonawari is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ringkap Sonawari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ringkap Sonawari 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 Ringkap Sonawari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ringkap Sonawari 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 Ringkap Sonawari
Where is Ringkap Sonawari located?
Ringkap Sonawari village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ringkap Sonawari?
The pincode of Ringkap Sonawari is 794005.
What is the population of Ringkap Sonawari?
Ringkap Sonawari had a total population of 120, including 64 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Ringkap Sonawari?
Ringkap Sonawari had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ringkap Sonawari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ringkap Sonawari was 78.72%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 73.81%.