Danal Songgitcham - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Danal Songgitcham is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Danal Songgitcham is 275254. The village falls under the 794108 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Danal Songgitcham
According to the 2011 Census, Danal Songgitcham village had a total population of 234 people, including 117 males and 117 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.05%, with male literacy at 57.61% and female literacy at 32.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 215.
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 | 234 | 117 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 110 | 105 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 53 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 152 | 64 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Danal Songgitcham
Danal Songgitcham 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 Danal Songgitcham
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Danal Songgitcham.
| 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 Danal Songgitcham is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Danal Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Danal Songgitcham 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 Danal Songgitcham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Danal Songgitcham 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 Danal Songgitcham
Where is Danal Songgitcham located?
Danal Songgitcham village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Danal Songgitcham?
The pincode of Danal Songgitcham is 794108.
What is the population of Danal Songgitcham?
Danal Songgitcham had a total population of 234, including 117 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Danal Songgitcham?
Danal Songgitcham had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Danal Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Danal Songgitcham was 45.05%. Male literacy was 57.61% and female literacy was 32.22%.