Ruga Songmong - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Ruga Songmong is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruga Songmong is 275921. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Ruga 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 Ruga Songmong
According to the 2011 Census, Ruga Songmong village had a total population of 267 people, including 136 males and 131 females, living in 48 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.07%, with male literacy at 96.43% and female literacy at 95.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 258.
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 | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 258 | 131 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 220 | 108 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 28 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Ruga Songmong
Ruga 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 Ruga Songmong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Ruga Songmong.
| 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 Ruga Songmong is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruga Songmong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruga 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 Ruga 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 Ruga 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 Ruga Songmong
Where is Ruga Songmong located?
Ruga Songmong village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Ruga Songmong?
The pincode of Ruga Songmong is 794103.
What is the population of Ruga Songmong?
Ruga Songmong had a total population of 267, including 136 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Ruga Songmong?
Ruga Songmong had 48 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ruga Songmong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruga Songmong was 96.07%. Male literacy was 96.43% and female literacy was 95.73%.