Kalak Songgital - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Kalak Songgital is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalak Songgital is 275388. 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 Kalak Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Kalak Songgital village had a total population of 72 people, including 33 males and 39 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.70%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 72.41%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7.
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 | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Kalak Songgital
Kalak 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 Kalak Songgital
Kalak Songgital 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 Kalak Songgital is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalak Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalak 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalak 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 Kalak Songgital village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalak Songgital
Where is Kalak Songgital located?
Kalak Songgital village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalak Songgital?
The pincode of Kalak Songgital is 794111.
What is the population of Kalak Songgital?
Kalak Songgital had a total population of 72, including 33 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Kalak Songgital?
Kalak Songgital had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalak Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalak Songgital was 80.70%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 72.41%.