Somkong - Jonai, Dhemaji
Somkong is a village situated in the Jonai subdivision of Dhemaji district, Assam. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jonai and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Dhemaji. Somkong village is a designated Gaon Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Somkong is 289473. The village covers a total geographical area of 76 hectares and falls under the 787061 pincode. Pasighat is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Somkong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a President serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jonai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Lakhimpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Somkong
According to the 2011 Census, Somkong village had a total population of 164 people, including 80 males and 84 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,050 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.89%, with male literacy at 77.27% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 157.
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 | 164 | 80 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 157 | 76 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 93 | 51 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 29 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Somkong
Somkong 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 Somkong
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Somkong. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Somkong.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pasighat to Somkong is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhemaji to Somkong is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Somkong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Somkong 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 Somkong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Somkong 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Somkong
Where is Somkong located?
Somkong village is located in Jonai Subdivision, Dhemaji district, Assam, India.
What is the Gaon Panchayat of Somkong?
Somkong is its own Gaon Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Somkong?
The pincode of Somkong is 787061.
What is the population of Somkong?
Somkong had a total population of 164, including 80 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Somkong?
Somkong had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Somkong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Somkong was 68.89%. Male literacy was 77.27% and female literacy was 60.87%.