Jamge A - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Jamge A is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jamge A is 275303. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Jamge A 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 Jamge A
As per Census 2011, Jamge A village has a total population of 221 people, consisting of 119 males and 102 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 116 literate and 105 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 216 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jamge A are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 221 | 119 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 116 | 100 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 68 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 51 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Jamge A
Jamge A 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 Jamge A
Jamge A 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Jamge A is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jamge A
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamge A 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 Jamge A
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jamge A village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamge A
Where is Jamge A located?
Jamge A village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jamge A?
The pincode of Jamge A is 794111.
What is the population of Jamge A?
Jamge A has a total population of 221, including 119 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Jamge A?
There are 41 households in Jamge A.
What is the literacy rate in Jamge A?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamge A is 52.49%. Male literacy is 57.14% and female literacy is 47.06%.