N. Songkhai - Haflong, Dima Hasao
N. Songkhai is a village situated in the Haflong subdivision of Dima Hasao district, Assam. It is located approximately 81 km from Mahur and around 112 km from Haflong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of N. Songkhai is 298660. The village covers a total geographical area of 482.72 hectares and falls under the 788818 pincode. Mahur is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
N. Songkhai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of N. Songkhai
According to the 2011 Census, N. Songkhai village had a total population of 545 people, including 267 males and 278 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.93%, with male literacy at 65.53% and female literacy at 64.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 388.
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 | 545 | 267 | 278 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 388 | 199 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 311 | 154 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 234 | 113 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of N. Songkhai
N. Songkhai 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 N. Songkhai
N. Songkhai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Mahur to N. Songkhai is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Haflong to N. Songkhai is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in N. Songkhai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for N. Songkhai 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 N. Songkhai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving N. Songkhai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about N. Songkhai
Where is N. Songkhai located?
N. Songkhai village is located in Haflong Subdivision, Dima Hasao district, Assam, India.
What is the pincode of N. Songkhai?
The pincode of N. Songkhai is 788818.
What is the population of N. Songkhai?
N. Songkhai had a total population of 545, including 267 males and 278 females.
How many households are there in N. Songkhai?
N. Songkhai had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in N. Songkhai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of N. Songkhai was 64.93%. Male literacy was 65.53% and female literacy was 64.34%.