Songshamgiri - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Songshamgiri is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songshamgiri is 272832. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Songshamgiri
According to the 2011 Census, Songshamgiri village had a total population of 59 people, including 33 males and 26 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 38.46%, with male literacy at 53.57% and female literacy at 20.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 59.
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 | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 59 | 33 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 20 | 15 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
Transport and Connectivity of Songshamgiri
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Songshamgiri is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Songshamgiri
Where is Songshamgiri located?
Songshamgiri village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songshamgiri?
The pincode of Songshamgiri is 794104.
What is the population of Songshamgiri?
Songshamgiri had a total population of 59, including 33 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Songshamgiri?
Songshamgiri had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songshamgiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songshamgiri was 38.46%. Male literacy was 53.57% and female literacy was 20.83%.