Bijasik Wage Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Bijasik Wage Apal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bijasik Wage Apal is 275214. 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 Wage Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Bijasik Wage Apal village had a total population of 198 people, including 93 males and 105 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 1,129 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 42.50%, with male literacy at 51.28% and female literacy at 34.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 186.
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 | 198 | 93 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 186 | 88 | 98 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 40 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 130 | 53 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Bijasik Wage Apal
Bijasik Wage Apal 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 Wage Apal
Public transport in the Bijasik Wage Apal 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 Wage Apal is about 50 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 Wage Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bijasik Wage Apal 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 Wage Apal
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 Wage Apal 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bijasik Wage Apal
Where is Bijasik Wage Apal located?
Bijasik Wage Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bijasik Wage Apal?
The pincode of Bijasik Wage Apal is 794110.
What is the population of Bijasik Wage Apal?
Bijasik Wage Apal had a total population of 198, including 93 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Bijasik Wage Apal?
Bijasik Wage Apal had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bijasik Wage Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bijasik Wage Apal was 42.50%. Male literacy was 51.28% and female literacy was 34.15%.