Jambal Songma - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Jambal Songma is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jambal Songma is 274869. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambal Songma
According to the 2011 Census, Jambal Songma village had a total population of 405 people, including 184 males and 221 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,201 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.67%, with male literacy at 94.27% and female literacy at 95.03%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 385.
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 | 405 | 184 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 175 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 320 | 148 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 36 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Jambal Songma
Jambal Songma 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 Jambal Songma
Jambal Songma 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Jambal Songma is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jambal Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jambal Songma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Jambal Songma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jambal Songma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Jambal Songma
Where is Jambal Songma located?
Jambal Songma village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jambal Songma?
The pincode of Jambal Songma is 794110.
What is the population of Jambal Songma?
Jambal Songma had a total population of 405, including 184 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Jambal Songma?
Jambal Songma had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jambal Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambal Songma was 94.67%. Male literacy was 94.27% and female literacy was 95.03%.