Songmagre - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Songmagre is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songmagre is 274361. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songmagre
According to the 2011 Census, Songmagre village had a total population of 87 people, including 50 males and 37 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 740 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.12%, with male literacy at 72.50% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 84.
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 | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 84 | 48 | 36 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 29 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Songmagre
Songmagre 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 Songmagre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Songmagre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Songmagre is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songmagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songmagre 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 Songmagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songmagre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songmagre
Where is Songmagre located?
Songmagre village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songmagre?
The pincode of Songmagre is 794103.
What is the population of Songmagre?
Songmagre had a total population of 87, including 50 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Songmagre?
Songmagre had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songmagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songmagre was 69.12%. Male literacy was 72.50% and female literacy was 64.29%.