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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bolsongchok
According to the 2011 Census, Bolsongchok village had a total population of 169 people, including 88 males and 81 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 920 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.30%, with male literacy at 60.27% and female literacy at 51.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
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 | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 15 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 169, including 88 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Bolsongchok?
Bolsongchok had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bolsongchok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bolsongchok was 56.30%. Male literacy was 60.27% and female literacy was 51.61%.