Songkalakgre - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Songkalakgre is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songkalakgre is 275843. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Songkalakgre 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 Songkalakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Songkalakgre village had a total population of 104 people, including 47 males and 57 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,213 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.95%, with male literacy at 54.55% and female literacy at 39.02%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 102.
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 | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 102 | 47 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Songkalakgre
Songkalakgre 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 Songkalakgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songkalakgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Songkalakgre is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songkalakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songkalakgre 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 Songkalakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songkalakgre 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 Songkalakgre
Where is Songkalakgre located?
Songkalakgre village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songkalakgre?
The pincode of Songkalakgre is 794103.
What is the population of Songkalakgre?
Songkalakgre had a total population of 104, including 47 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Songkalakgre?
Songkalakgre had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songkalakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkalakgre was 45.95%. Male literacy was 54.55% and female literacy was 39.02%.