Napak Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Napak Apal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napak Apal is 275309. 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 Napak Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Napak Apal village had a total population of 282 people, including 136 males and 146 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.17%, with male literacy at 76.79% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 281.
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 | 282 | 136 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 281 | 136 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 86 | 80 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 50 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Napak Apal
Napak Apal 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 Napak Apal
Napak Apal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Napak Apal is about 29 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 Napak Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napak Apal 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 Napak Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Napak Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Napak Apal
Where is Napak Apal located?
Napak Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Napak Apal?
The pincode of Napak Apal is 794111.
What is the population of Napak Apal?
Napak Apal had a total population of 282, including 136 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Napak Apal?
Napak Apal had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napak Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napak Apal was 69.17%. Male literacy was 76.79% and female literacy was 62.50%.