Napak Tangkama - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Napak Tangkama is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Napak Tangkama is 275308. 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 Tangkama
According to the 2011 Census, Napak Tangkama village had a total population of 397 people, including 200 males and 197 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 985 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.81%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 81.82%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 393.
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 | 397 | 200 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 39 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 393 | 196 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 264 | 138 | 126 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 62 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Napak Tangkama
Napak Tangkama 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 Tangkama
Public transport in the Napak Tangkama is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Tangkama is about 28 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 Tangkama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Napak Tangkama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Napak Tangkama
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 Tangkama 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Napak Tangkama
Where is Napak Tangkama located?
Napak Tangkama village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Napak Tangkama?
The pincode of Napak Tangkama is 794111.
What is the population of Napak Tangkama?
Napak Tangkama had a total population of 397, including 200 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Napak Tangkama?
Napak Tangkama had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Napak Tangkama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Napak Tangkama was 83.81%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 81.82%.