Kalak Songgitcham - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Kalak Songgitcham is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalak Songgitcham is 275389. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Kalak Songgitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kalak Songgitcham
As per Census 2011, Kalak Songgitcham village has a total population of 94 people, consisting of 48 males and 46 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 49 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalak Songgitcham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 20 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kalak Songgitcham
Kalak 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 Kalak Songgitcham
Kalak Songgitcham 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 Songgitcham is about 26 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 Kalak Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalak Songgitcham 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 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 Kalak Songgitcham 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 Songgitcham
Where is Kalak Songgitcham located?
Kalak Songgitcham village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kalak Songgitcham?
The pincode of Kalak Songgitcham is 794111.
What is the population of Kalak Songgitcham?
Kalak Songgitcham has a total population of 94, including 48 males and 46 females.
How many households are there in Kalak Songgitcham?
There are 20 households in Kalak Songgitcham.
What is the literacy rate in Kalak Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalak Songgitcham is 52.13%. Male literacy is 58.33% and female literacy is 45.65%.