Jamge (B) - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Jamge (B) is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 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 (B) is 275307. 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 Jamge (B)
According to the 2011 Census, Jamge (B) village had a total population of 204 people, including 107 males and 97 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 907 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.08%, with male literacy at 74.16% and female literacy at 67.53%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 189.
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 | 204 | 107 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 189 | 97 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 66 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 41 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Jamge (B)
Jamge (B) 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 (B)
Jamge (B) 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 (B) 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 (B)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jamge (B) 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 (B)
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 (B) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jamge (B)
Where is Jamge (B) located?
Jamge (B) village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jamge (B)?
The pincode of Jamge (B) is 794111.
What is the population of Jamge (B)?
Jamge (B) had a total population of 204, including 107 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Jamge (B)?
Jamge (B) had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jamge (B)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jamge (B) was 71.08%. Male literacy was 74.16% and female literacy was 67.53%.