Dilma Songgital - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Dilma Songgital is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dilma Songgital is 275368. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dilma Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Dilma Songgital village had a total population of 108 people, including 56 males and 52 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.11%, with male literacy at 81.63% and female literacy at 55.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 104.
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 | 108 | 56 | 52 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 7 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 104 | 52 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 40 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 16 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Dilma Songgital
Dilma Songgital 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 Dilma Songgital
Dilma Songgital is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Dilma Songgital is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dilma Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dilma Songgital 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dilma Songgital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dilma Songgital village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dilma Songgital
Where is Dilma Songgital located?
Dilma Songgital village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dilma Songgital?
The pincode of Dilma Songgital is 794111.
What is the population of Dilma Songgital?
Dilma Songgital had a total population of 108, including 56 males and 52 females.
How many households are there in Dilma Songgital?
Dilma Songgital had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dilma Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dilma Songgital was 70.11%. Male literacy was 81.63% and female literacy was 55.26%.