Okkapara Songgitcham - Rerapara, South West Garo Hills
Okkapara Songgitcham is a village situated in the Rerapara subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from Gambegre and around 32 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Okkapara Songgitcham is 274149. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Okkapara Songgitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Okkapara Songgitcham
As per Census 2011, Okkapara Songgitcham village has a total population of 425 people, consisting of 232 males and 193 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males. There are 96 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 210 literate and 215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 408 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Okkapara Songgitcham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 425 | 232 | 193 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 54 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 408 | 222 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 126 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 106 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Okkapara Songgitcham
Okkapara 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 Okkapara Songgitcham
Okkapara Songgitcham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Okkapara Songgitcham is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Okkapara Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Okkapara Songgitcham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Okkapara 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 Okkapara Songgitcham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Okkapara Songgitcham
Where is Okkapara Songgitcham located?
Okkapara Songgitcham village is located in Rerapara Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Okkapara Songgitcham?
The pincode of Okkapara Songgitcham is 794115.
What is the population of Okkapara Songgitcham?
Okkapara Songgitcham has a total population of 425, including 232 males and 193 females.
How many households are there in Okkapara Songgitcham?
There are 76 households in Okkapara Songgitcham.
What is the literacy rate in Okkapara Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Okkapara Songgitcham is 49.41%. Male literacy is 54.31% and female literacy is 43.52%.