Aigre Songitcham - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Aigre Songitcham is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aigre Songitcham is 273192. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Aigre Songitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aigre Songitcham
As per Census 2011, Aigre Songitcham village has a total population of 238 people, consisting of 126 males and 112 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 167 illiterate residents. Additionally, 235 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aigre Songitcham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 238 | 126 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 235 | 125 | 110 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 167 | 92 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Aigre Songitcham
Aigre Songitcham 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 Aigre Songitcham
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Aigre Songitcham.
| 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 Aigre Songitcham 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 Aigre Songitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aigre Songitcham 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 Aigre Songitcham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aigre Songitcham 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 Aigre Songitcham
Where is Aigre Songitcham located?
Aigre Songitcham village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Aigre Songitcham?
The pincode of Aigre Songitcham is 794003.
What is the population of Aigre Songitcham?
Aigre Songitcham has a total population of 238, including 126 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Aigre Songitcham?
There are 48 households in Aigre Songitcham.
What is the literacy rate in Aigre Songitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aigre Songitcham is 29.83%. Male literacy is 26.98% and female literacy is 33.04%.