Drong Songmong - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Drong Songmong is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drong Songmong is 275914. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Drong Songmong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Drong Songmong
According to the 2011 Census, Drong Songmong village had a total population of 180 people, including 92 males and 88 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.57%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 56.45%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 180.
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 | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 38 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Drong Songmong
Drong 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 Drong Songmong
Public transport in the Drong Songmong is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Drong Songmong is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drong Songmong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drong Songmong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Drong 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 Drong Songmong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Drong Songmong
Where is Drong Songmong located?
Drong Songmong village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Drong Songmong?
The pincode of Drong Songmong is 794103.
What is the population of Drong Songmong?
Drong Songmong had a total population of 180, including 92 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Drong Songmong?
Drong Songmong had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drong Songmong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drong Songmong was 63.57%. Male literacy was 69.23% and female literacy was 56.45%.