Songkapara - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Songkapara is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songkapara is 272950. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songkapara
According to the 2011 Census, Songkapara village had a total population of 399 people, including 207 males and 192 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.10%, with male literacy at 84.92% and female literacy at 70.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
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 | 399 | 207 | 192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 162 | 163 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 152 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 55 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Songkapara
Songkapara 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 Songkapara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Songkapara.
| 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 Songkapara is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Songkapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songkapara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songkapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songkapara 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 Songkapara
Where is Songkapara located?
Songkapara village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songkapara?
The pincode of Songkapara is 794105.
What is the population of Songkapara?
Songkapara had a total population of 399, including 207 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Songkapara?
Songkapara had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songkapara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songkapara was 78.10%. Male literacy was 84.92% and female literacy was 70.83%.