Dangkong Songgital - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Dangkong Songgital 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 52 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dangkong Songgital is 275245. 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 Dangkong Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Dangkong Songgital village had a total population of 138 people, including 77 males and 61 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 792 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.41%, with male literacy at 56.45% and female literacy at 60.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 136.
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 | 138 | 77 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 136 | 76 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 72 | 42 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Dangkong Songgital
Dangkong Songgital 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 Dangkong Songgital
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dangkong Songgital.
| 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 Dangkong Songgital is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dangkong Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dangkong Songgital 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 Dangkong Songgital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dangkong Songgital 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 Dangkong Songgital
Where is Dangkong Songgital located?
Dangkong Songgital village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Dangkong Songgital?
The pincode of Dangkong Songgital is 794108.
What is the population of Dangkong Songgital?
Dangkong Songgital had a total population of 138, including 77 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Dangkong Songgital?
Dangkong Songgital had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dangkong Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dangkong Songgital was 58.41%. Male literacy was 56.45% and female literacy was 60.78%.