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.
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
According to the 2011 Census, Dawa Songgittal village had a total population of 306 people, including 159 males and 147 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.81%, with male literacy at 52.00% and female literacy at 40.91%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 305.
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 | 306 | 159 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 34 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 306, including 159 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Dawa Songgittal?
Dawa Songgittal had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dawa Songgittal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dawa Songgittal was 46.81%. Male literacy was 52.00% and female literacy was 40.91%.