Tengki Songmong - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Tengki Songmong is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 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 Tengki Songmong is 275805. 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 Tengki Songmong
According to the 2011 Census, Tengki Songmong village had a total population of 273 people, including 138 males and 135 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.70%, with male literacy at 81.25% and female literacy at 69.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 268.
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 | 273 | 138 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 26 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 268 | 135 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 91 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 47 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Tengki Songmong
Tengki 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 Tengki Songmong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tengki Songmong.
| 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 Tengki Songmong 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 Tengki Songmong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tengki 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 Tengki 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 Tengki Songmong 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 Tengki Songmong
Where is Tengki Songmong located?
Tengki Songmong village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tengki Songmong?
The pincode of Tengki Songmong is 794005.
What is the population of Tengki Songmong?
Tengki Songmong had a total population of 273, including 138 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Tengki Songmong?
Tengki Songmong had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tengki Songmong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tengki Songmong was 75.70%. Male literacy was 81.25% and female literacy was 69.61%.