Bijasik Matwa - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Bijasik Matwa is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijasik Matwa is 275215. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Bijasik Matwa 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 Bijasik Matwa
As per Census 2011, Bijasik Matwa village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 216 males and 221 females. The village has 87 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 81 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 221 illiterate residents. Additionally, 389 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijasik Matwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 216 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 44 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 194 | 195 |
| Literate Population | 216 | 106 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 110 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Bijasik Matwa
Bijasik Matwa 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 Bijasik Matwa
Bijasik Matwa 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 >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 Bijasik Matwa is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijasik Matwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijasik Matwa 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 Bijasik Matwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bijasik Matwa 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 Bijasik Matwa
Where is Bijasik Matwa located?
Bijasik Matwa village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bijasik Matwa?
The pincode of Bijasik Matwa is 794110.
What is the population of Bijasik Matwa?
Bijasik Matwa has a total population of 437, including 216 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Bijasik Matwa?
There are 87 households in Bijasik Matwa.
What is the literacy rate in Bijasik Matwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijasik Matwa is 49.43%. Male literacy is 49.07% and female literacy is 49.77%.