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
As per Census 2011, Somongre village has a total population of 58 people, consisting of 27 males and 31 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,148 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 15 literate and 43 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Somongre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 58 | 27 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 4 | 10 |
| 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 has a total population of 58, including 27 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Somongre?
There are 10 households in Somongre.
What is the literacy rate in Somongre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somongre is 25.86%. Male literacy is 37.04% and female literacy is 16.13%.