Songsanggre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Songsanggre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songsanggre is 275566. 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 Songsanggre
According to the 2011 Census, Songsanggre village had a total population of 50 people, including 30 males and 20 females, living in 8 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.71%, with male literacy at 68.42% and female literacy at 18.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 13 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 17 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Songsanggre
Songsanggre 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 Songsanggre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songsanggre.
| 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 Songsanggre is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songsanggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songsanggre 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 Songsanggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songsanggre 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 Songsanggre
Where is Songsanggre located?
Songsanggre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songsanggre?
The pincode of Songsanggre is 794005.
What is the population of Songsanggre?
Songsanggre had a total population of 50, including 30 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Songsanggre?
Songsanggre had 8 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songsanggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsanggre was 45.71%. Male literacy was 68.42% and female literacy was 18.75%.