Songjelpara - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Songjelpara is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songjelpara is 274291. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Songjelpara 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 Songjelpara
As per Census 2011, Songjelpara village has a total population of 243 people, consisting of 124 males and 119 females. The village has 43 households and a sex ratio of 959 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 237 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songjelpara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 73 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 51 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Songjelpara
Songjelpara 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 Songjelpara
Public transport in the Songjelpara 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 >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 Songjelpara is about 40 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 Songjelpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songjelpara 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 Songjelpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songjelpara 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 Songjelpara
Where is Songjelpara located?
Songjelpara village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songjelpara?
The pincode of Songjelpara is 794103.
What is the population of Songjelpara?
Songjelpara has a total population of 243, including 124 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Songjelpara?
There are 43 households in Songjelpara.
What is the literacy rate in Songjelpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songjelpara is 58.85%. Male literacy is 58.87% and female literacy is 58.82%.