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
According to the 2011 Census, Songjelpara village had a total population of 243 people, including 124 males and 119 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.10%, with male literacy at 68.22% and female literacy at 67.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 237.
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 | 243 | 124 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 243, including 124 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Songjelpara?
Songjelpara had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songjelpara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songjelpara was 68.10%. Male literacy was 68.22% and female literacy was 67.96%.