Songgotagiri - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Songgotagiri is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songgotagiri is 275780. 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 Songgotagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Songgotagiri village had a total population of 67 people, including 34 males and 33 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.25%, with male literacy at 63.64% and female literacy at 48.39%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 67.
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 | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 34 | 33 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Songgotagiri
Songgotagiri 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 Songgotagiri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songgotagiri.
| 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 Songgotagiri is about 64 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 Songgotagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songgotagiri 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 Songgotagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songgotagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songgotagiri
Where is Songgotagiri located?
Songgotagiri village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songgotagiri?
The pincode of Songgotagiri is 794005.
What is the population of Songgotagiri?
Songgotagiri had a total population of 67, including 34 males and 33 females.
How many households are there in Songgotagiri?
Songgotagiri had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songgotagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songgotagiri was 56.25%. Male literacy was 63.64% and female literacy was 48.39%.