Kherapara Songma - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Kherapara Songma is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kherapara Songma is 274279. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Kherapara Songma 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 Kherapara Songma
As per Census 2011, Kherapara Songma village has a total population of 431 people, consisting of 201 males and 230 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,144 females per 1,000 males. There are 100 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 272 literate and 159 illiterate residents. Additionally, 412 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kherapara Songma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 431 | 201 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 41 | 59 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 412 | 191 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 138 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 63 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Kherapara Songma
Kherapara Songma 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 Kherapara Songma
Kherapara Songma 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 >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 Kherapara Songma 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 Kherapara Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kherapara Songma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kherapara Songma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kherapara Songma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kherapara Songma
Where is Kherapara Songma located?
Kherapara Songma village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kherapara Songma?
The pincode of Kherapara Songma is 794103.
What is the population of Kherapara Songma?
Kherapara Songma has a total population of 431, including 201 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Kherapara Songma?
There are 77 households in Kherapara Songma.
What is the literacy rate in Kherapara Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kherapara Songma is 63.11%. Male literacy is 68.66% and female literacy is 58.26%.