Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 9 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) is 275446. 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 Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)
According to the 2011 Census, Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) village had a total population of 202 people, including 113 males and 89 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 788 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.48%, with male literacy at 72.55% and female literacy at 58.11%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 200.
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 | 202 | 113 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 200 | 112 | 88 |
| Literate Population | 117 | 74 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 39 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)
Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) 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 Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)
Public transport in the Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) 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 >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 Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) is about 9 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 Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) 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 Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)
Where is Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) located?
Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)?
The pincode of Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) is 794111.
What is the population of Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)?
Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) had a total population of 202, including 113 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)?
Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakwa Songma (Kakwa Songgitcham) was 66.48%. Male literacy was 72.55% and female literacy was 58.11%.