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
As per Census 2011, Songkalakgre village has a total population of 104 people, consisting of 47 males and 57 females. The village has 16 households and a sex ratio of 1,212 females per 1,000 males. There are 30 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 34 literate and 70 illiterate residents. Additionally, 102 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songkalakgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 104 | 47 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 104, including 47 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Songkalakgre?
There are 16 households in Songkalakgre.
What is the literacy rate in Songkalakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkalakgre is 32.69%. Male literacy is 38.30% and female literacy is 28.07%.