Songjalgre - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Songjalgre is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from Selsella and around 60 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songjalgre is 272826. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rajabala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songjalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Songjalgre village had a total population of 190 people, including 98 males and 92 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.34%, with male literacy at 60.76% and female literacy at 36.99%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 190 | 98 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 48 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 50 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Songjalgre
Songjalgre 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 Songjalgre
Public transport in the Songjalgre 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 Songjalgre is about 60 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 Songjalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songjalgre 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 Songjalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songjalgre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Songjalgre
Where is Songjalgre located?
Songjalgre village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songjalgre?
The pincode of Songjalgre is 794104.
What is the population of Songjalgre?
Songjalgre had a total population of 190, including 98 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Songjalgre?
Songjalgre had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songjalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songjalgre was 49.34%. Male literacy was 60.76% and female literacy was 36.99%.