Songmagiri - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Songmagiri is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Zikzak and around 81 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songmagiri is 273978. The village falls under the 794001 pincode.
Songmagiri 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 Songmagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Songmagiri village had a total population of 207 people, including 108 males and 99 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.38%, with male literacy at 82.80% and female literacy at 61.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 203.
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 | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 203 | 105 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 77 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 31 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Songmagiri
Songmagiri 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 Songmagiri
Public transport in the Songmagiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Songmagiri is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songmagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songmagiri 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songmagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songmagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songmagiri
Where is Songmagiri located?
Songmagiri village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songmagiri?
The pincode of Songmagiri is 794001.
What is the population of Songmagiri?
Songmagiri had a total population of 207, including 108 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Songmagiri?
Songmagiri had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songmagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songmagiri was 72.38%. Male literacy was 82.80% and female literacy was 61.36%.