Dawa Songgittal - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Dawa Songgittal is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dawa Songgittal is 275478. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Dawa Songgittal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dawa Songgittal
As per Census 2011, Dawa Songgittal village has a total population of 306 people, consisting of 159 males and 147 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 924 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 305 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dawa Songgittal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 306 | 159 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 305 | 159 | 146 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 65 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 196 | 94 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Dawa Songgittal
Dawa Songgittal 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 Dawa Songgittal
Dawa Songgittal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Williamnagar to Dawa Songgittal is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dawa Songgittal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dawa Songgittal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dawa Songgittal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dawa Songgittal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dawa Songgittal
Where is Dawa Songgittal located?
Dawa Songgittal village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dawa Songgittal?
The pincode of Dawa Songgittal is 794111.
What is the population of Dawa Songgittal?
Dawa Songgittal has a total population of 306, including 159 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Dawa Songgittal?
There are 54 households in Dawa Songgittal.
What is the literacy rate in Dawa Songgittal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawa Songgittal is 35.95%. Male literacy is 40.88% and female literacy is 30.61%.