Samingre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Samingre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samingre is 273552. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Samingre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samingre
According to the 2011 Census, Samingre village had a total population of 436 people, including 231 males and 205 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 887 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.57%, with male literacy at 91.01% and female literacy at 83.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 428.
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 | 436 | 231 | 205 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 428 | 227 | 201 |
| Literate Population | 317 | 172 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 59 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Samingre
Samingre 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 Samingre
Samingre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Samingre is about 28 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 Samingre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samingre 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 Samingre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samingre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samingre
Where is Samingre located?
Samingre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samingre?
The pincode of Samingre is 794002.
What is the population of Samingre?
Samingre had a total population of 436, including 231 males and 205 females.
How many households are there in Samingre?
Samingre had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samingre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samingre was 87.57%. Male literacy was 91.01% and female literacy was 83.82%.