Bollong Nongaru Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Bollong Nongaru Apal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bollong Nongaru Apal is 275302. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Bollong Nongaru Apal 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 Bollong Nongaru Apal
As per Census 2011, Bollong Nongaru Apal village has a total population of 196 people, consisting of 93 males and 103 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,107 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 163 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bollong Nongaru Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 93 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 68 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Bollong Nongaru Apal
Bollong Nongaru 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 Bollong Nongaru Apal
Bollong Nongaru Apal 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 >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 Bollong Nongaru Apal is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bollong Nongaru Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bollong Nongaru 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 Bollong Nongaru 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 Bollong Nongaru Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bollong Nongaru Apal
Where is Bollong Nongaru Apal located?
Bollong Nongaru Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bollong Nongaru Apal?
The pincode of Bollong Nongaru Apal is 794111.
What is the population of Bollong Nongaru Apal?
Bollong Nongaru Apal has a total population of 196, including 93 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Bollong Nongaru Apal?
There are 39 households in Bollong Nongaru Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Bollong Nongaru Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bollong Nongaru Apal is 21.43%. Male literacy is 26.88% and female literacy is 16.50%.