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
As per Census 2011, Ruga Songmong village has a total population of 267 people, consisting of 136 males and 131 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 220 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 258 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruga Songmong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 267 | 136 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 24 | 14 |
| 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 has a total population of 267, including 136 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Ruga Songmong?
There are 48 households in Ruga Songmong.
What is the literacy rate in Ruga Songmong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruga Songmong is 82.40%. Male literacy is 79.41% and female literacy is 85.50%.