Samin Chianing - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Samin Chianing is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samin Chianing is 275266. 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 Samin Chianing
According to the 2011 Census, Samin Chianing village had a total population of 170 people, including 100 males and 70 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 700 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 75.00% and female literacy at 62.07%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 170 | 100 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 28 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 98 | 70 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 54 | 36 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 46 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Samin Chianing
Samin Chianing 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 Samin Chianing
Public transport in the Samin Chianing is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Samin Chianing is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samin Chianing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samin Chianing 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 Samin Chianing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samin Chianing 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 Samin Chianing
Where is Samin Chianing located?
Samin Chianing village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samin Chianing?
The pincode of Samin Chianing is 794111.
What is the population of Samin Chianing?
Samin Chianing had a total population of 170, including 100 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Samin Chianing?
Samin Chianing had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samin Chianing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samin Chianing was 69.23%. Male literacy was 75.00% and female literacy was 62.07%.