Somongre - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Somongre is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somongre is 275846. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Somongre 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 Somongre
According to the 2011 Census, Somongre village had a total population of 58 people, including 27 males and 31 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,148 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.09%, with male literacy at 43.48% and female literacy at 23.81%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 17 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Somongre
Somongre 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 Somongre
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Somongre.
| 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 Somongre is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somongre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somongre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Somongre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somongre 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 Somongre
Where is Somongre located?
Somongre village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Somongre?
The pincode of Somongre is 794103.
What is the population of Somongre?
Somongre had a total population of 58, including 27 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Somongre?
Somongre had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somongre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somongre was 34.09%. Male literacy was 43.48% and female literacy was 23.81%.