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.
Bijasik Songma 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 Songma
As per Census 2011, Bijasik Songma village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 82 males and 114 females. The village has 44 households and a sex ratio of 1,390 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 81 literate and 115 illiterate residents. Additionally, 191 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bijasik Songma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 82 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 17 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 196, including 82 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Bijasik Songma?
There are 44 households in Bijasik Songma.
What is the literacy rate in Bijasik Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijasik Songma is 41.33%. Male literacy is 43.90% and female literacy is 39.47%.