Bijasik Silkol - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Bijasik Silkol is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijasik Silkol is 275213. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Bijasik Silkol 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 Silkol
As per Census 2011, Bijasik Silkol village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 60 males and 50 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 833 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 41 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijasik Silkol are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 60 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 58 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 41 | 28 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 32 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Bijasik Silkol
Bijasik Silkol 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 Silkol
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bijasik Silkol.
| 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 Bijasik Silkol is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bijasik Silkol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijasik Silkol 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 Silkol
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 Silkol 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 Silkol
Where is Bijasik Silkol located?
Bijasik Silkol village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bijasik Silkol?
The pincode of Bijasik Silkol is 794005.
What is the population of Bijasik Silkol?
Bijasik Silkol has a total population of 110, including 60 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Bijasik Silkol?
There are 22 households in Bijasik Silkol.
What is the literacy rate in Bijasik Silkol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijasik Silkol is 37.27%. Male literacy is 46.67% and female literacy is 26.00%.