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
As per Census 2011, Songmagiri village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 108 males and 99 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 916 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 131 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 203 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songmagiri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 108 | 99 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 207, including 108 males and 99 females.
How many households are there in Songmagiri?
There are 40 households in Songmagiri.
What is the literacy rate in Songmagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songmagiri is 63.29%. Male literacy is 71.30% and female literacy is 54.55%.