Bolsongchok - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Bolsongchok is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 62 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bolsongchok is 275179. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Bolsongchok 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 Bolsongchok
As per Census 2011, Bolsongchok village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 88 males and 81 females. The village has 37 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 76 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 169 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bolsongchok are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 44 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 44 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Bolsongchok
Bolsongchok 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 Bolsongchok
Bolsongchok is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bolsongchok is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bolsongchok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bolsongchok 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 Bolsongchok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bolsongchok 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 Bolsongchok
Where is Bolsongchok located?
Bolsongchok village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bolsongchok?
The pincode of Bolsongchok is 794111.
What is the population of Bolsongchok?
Bolsongchok has a total population of 169, including 88 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Bolsongchok?
There are 37 households in Bolsongchok.
What is the literacy rate in Bolsongchok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolsongchok is 44.97%. Male literacy is 50.00% and female literacy is 39.51%.