Asil Songgital - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Asil Songgital is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Asil Songgital is 275256. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Asil Songgital 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 Asil Songgital
As per Census 2011, Asil Songgital village has a total population of 355 people, consisting of 178 males and 177 females. The village has 70 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 263 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 339 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Asil Songgital are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 355 | 178 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 33 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 339 | 170 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 122 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Asil Songgital
Asil 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 Asil Songgital
Asil Songgital is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Asil Songgital is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Asil Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Asil 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 Asil 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 Asil 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 Asil Songgital
Where is Asil Songgital located?
Asil Songgital village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Asil Songgital?
The pincode of Asil Songgital is 794111.
What is the population of Asil Songgital?
Asil Songgital has a total population of 355, including 178 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Asil Songgital?
There are 70 households in Asil Songgital.
What is the literacy rate in Asil Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asil Songgital is 25.92%. Male literacy is 31.46% and female literacy is 20.34%.