Megua Songmong - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Megua Songmong is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Megua Songmong is 275926. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Megua 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 Megua Songmong
According to the 2011 Census, Megua Songmong village had a total population of 357 people, including 170 males and 187 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.41%, with male literacy at 90.55% and female literacy at 86.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 352.
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 | 357 | 170 | 187 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 43 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 352 | 166 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 115 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 55 | 58 |
Nearby Villages of Megua Songmong
Megua 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 Megua Songmong
Megua Songmong is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Megua Songmong is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Megua Songmong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Megua 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Megua 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 Megua Songmong 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Megua Songmong
Where is Megua Songmong located?
Megua Songmong village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Megua Songmong?
The pincode of Megua Songmong is 794103.
What is the population of Megua Songmong?
Megua Songmong had a total population of 357, including 170 males and 187 females.
How many households are there in Megua Songmong?
Megua Songmong had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Megua Songmong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Megua Songmong was 88.41%. Male literacy was 90.55% and female literacy was 86.58%.