Marak Songmagre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Marak Songmagre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 54 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Marak Songmagre is 273465. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Marak Songmagre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Marak Songmagre
According to the 2011 Census, Marak Songmagre village had a total population of 178 people, including 91 males and 87 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 65.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 178 | 91 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 78 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 62 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 29 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Marak Songmagre
Marak 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 Marak Songmagre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Marak Songmagre.
| 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 Marak Songmagre is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Marak Songmagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Marak 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 Marak 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 Marak Songmagre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Marak Songmagre
Where is Marak Songmagre located?
Marak Songmagre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Marak Songmagre?
The pincode of Marak Songmagre is 794002.
What is the population of Marak Songmagre?
Marak Songmagre had a total population of 178, including 91 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Marak Songmagre?
Marak Songmagre had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Marak Songmagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Marak Songmagre was 73.33%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 65.75%.