Chelipara Songma - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Chelipara Songma is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from Betasing and around 58 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelipara Songma is 273776. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Chelipara Songma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelipara Songma
According to the 2011 Census, Chelipara Songma village had a total population of 564 people, including 279 males and 285 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 1,022 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.85%, with male literacy at 58.41% and female literacy at 49.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 556.
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 | 564 | 279 | 285 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 109 | 53 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 556 | 274 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 132 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 147 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Chelipara Songma
Chelipara Songma 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 Chelipara Songma
Chelipara Songma is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Tura to Chelipara Songma is about 58 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 Chelipara Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelipara Songma 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 Chelipara Songma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelipara Songma 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chelipara Songma
Where is Chelipara Songma located?
Chelipara Songma village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Chelipara Songma?
The pincode of Chelipara Songma is 794115.
What is the population of Chelipara Songma?
Chelipara Songma had a total population of 564, including 279 males and 285 females.
How many households are there in Chelipara Songma?
Chelipara Songma had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chelipara Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelipara Songma was 53.85%. Male literacy was 58.41% and female literacy was 49.34%.