Bijasik Songma - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Bijasik Songma is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijasik Songma is 275244. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bijasik Songma
According to the 2011 Census, Bijasik Songma village had a total population of 196 people, including 82 males and 114 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,390 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.64%, with male literacy at 55.38% and female literacy at 52.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 191.
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 | 196 | 82 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 191 | 77 | 114 |
| Literate Population | 81 | 36 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 46 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Bijasik Songma
Bijasik Songma 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 Songma
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bijasik Songma.
| 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 Songma is about 52 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 Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijasik Songma 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 Songma
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 Songma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijasik Songma
Where is Bijasik Songma located?
Bijasik Songma village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bijasik Songma?
The pincode of Bijasik Songma is 794110.
What is the population of Bijasik Songma?
Bijasik Songma had a total population of 196, including 82 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bijasik Songma?
Bijasik Songma had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijasik Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijasik Songma was 53.64%. Male literacy was 55.38% and female literacy was 52.33%.