Songma Matchokgre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Songma Matchokgre 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 67 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songma Matchokgre is 275647. 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 Songma Matchokgre
According to the 2011 Census, Songma Matchokgre village had a total population of 28 people, including 15 males and 13 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 867 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.09%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 27.
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 | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 9 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Songma Matchokgre
Songma Matchokgre 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 Songma Matchokgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songma Matchokgre.
| 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 Songma Matchokgre is about 67 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 Songma Matchokgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songma Matchokgre 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 Songma Matchokgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songma Matchokgre 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 Songma Matchokgre
Where is Songma Matchokgre located?
Songma Matchokgre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songma Matchokgre?
The pincode of Songma Matchokgre is 794005.
What is the population of Songma Matchokgre?
Songma Matchokgre had a total population of 28, including 15 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Songma Matchokgre?
Songma Matchokgre had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songma Matchokgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songma Matchokgre was 59.09%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.