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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Asil Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Asil Songgital village had a total population of 355 people, including 178 males and 177 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 994 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.39%, with male literacy at 38.62% and female literacy at 25.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 339.
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 | 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 had a total population of 355, including 178 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Asil Songgital?
Asil Songgital had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Asil Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Asil Songgital was 32.39%. Male literacy was 38.62% and female literacy was 25.90%.