Narongga Songgitcham - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Narongga Songgitcham is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 29 km from Dalu and around 65 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Narongga Songgitcham is 274238. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Narongga Songgitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Narongga Songgitcham
According to the 2011 Census, Narongga Songgitcham village had a total population of 174 people, including 87 males and 87 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.53%, with male literacy at 63.38% and female literacy at 32.31%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 174 | 87 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 16 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 45 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 42 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Narongga Songgitcham
Narongga Songgitcham 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 Narongga Songgitcham
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Narongga Songgitcham.
| 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 Tura to Narongga Songgitcham is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Narongga Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Narongga Songgitcham 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 Narongga Songgitcham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Narongga Songgitcham 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 Narongga Songgitcham
Where is Narongga Songgitcham located?
Narongga Songgitcham village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Narongga Songgitcham?
The pincode of Narongga Songgitcham is 794103.
What is the population of Narongga Songgitcham?
Narongga Songgitcham had a total population of 174, including 87 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Narongga Songgitcham?
Narongga Songgitcham had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Narongga Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Narongga Songgitcham was 48.53%. Male literacy was 63.38% and female literacy was 32.31%.