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.
Jambal Songma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jambal Songma
As per Census 2011, Jambal Songma village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 184 males and 221 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,201 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 320 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jambal Songma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 184 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 27 | 40 |
| 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 has a total population of 405, including 184 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Jambal Songma?
There are 77 households in Jambal Songma.
What is the literacy rate in Jambal Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jambal Songma is 79.01%. Male literacy is 80.43% and female literacy is 77.83%.