Sonagre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Sonagre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sonagre is 274381. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Sonagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sonagre
As per Census 2011, Sonagre village has a total population of 165 people, consisting of 79 males and 86 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 1,088 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 139 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 164 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sonagre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 165 | 79 | 86 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 164 | 79 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 65 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 14 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Sonagre
Sonagre 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 Sonagre
Public transport in the Sonagre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Sonagre 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 Sonagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sonagre 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 Sonagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sonagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sonagre
Where is Sonagre located?
Sonagre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sonagre?
The pincode of Sonagre is 794103.
What is the population of Sonagre?
Sonagre has a total population of 165, including 79 males and 86 females.
How many households are there in Sonagre?
There are 23 households in Sonagre.
What is the literacy rate in Sonagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sonagre is 84.24%. Male literacy is 82.28% and female literacy is 86.05%.