Somolgre - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Somolgre is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 52 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somolgre is 275943. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Somolgre 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 Somolgre
According to the 2011 Census, Somolgre village had a total population of 97 people, including 52 males and 45 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 865 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.50%, with male literacy at 54.76% and female literacy at 39.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 97.
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 | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 52 | 45 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 23 | 15 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 29 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Somolgre
Somolgre 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 Somolgre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Somolgre.
| 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 Somolgre is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somolgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somolgre 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 Somolgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somolgre 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 Somolgre
Where is Somolgre located?
Somolgre village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Somolgre?
The pincode of Somolgre is 794005.
What is the population of Somolgre?
Somolgre had a total population of 97, including 52 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Somolgre?
Somolgre had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somolgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somolgre was 47.50%. Male literacy was 54.76% and female literacy was 39.47%.