Sotmarenggre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Sotmarenggre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 58 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sotmarenggre is 273182. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Sotmarenggre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sotmarenggre
According to the 2011 Census, Sotmarenggre village had a total population of 564 people, including 276 males and 288 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.10%, with male literacy at 38.33% and female literacy at 29.88%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 489.
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 | 564 | 276 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 36 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 489 | 242 | 247 |
| Literate Population | 164 | 92 | 72 |
| Illiterate Population | 400 | 184 | 216 |
Nearby Villages of Sotmarenggre
Sotmarenggre 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 Sotmarenggre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sotmarenggre.
| 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 Sotmarenggre 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 Sotmarenggre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sotmarenggre 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 Sotmarenggre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sotmarenggre 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 Sotmarenggre
Where is Sotmarenggre located?
Sotmarenggre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sotmarenggre?
The pincode of Sotmarenggre is 794003.
What is the population of Sotmarenggre?
Sotmarenggre had a total population of 564, including 276 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Sotmarenggre?
Sotmarenggre had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sotmarenggre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sotmarenggre was 34.10%. Male literacy was 38.33% and female literacy was 29.88%.