Snal Bollong - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Snal Bollong 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 Snal Bollong is 275301. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
Snal Bollong 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 Snal Bollong
As per Census 2011, Snal Bollong village has a total population of 417 people, consisting of 213 males and 204 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males. There are 123 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 163 literate and 254 illiterate residents. Additionally, 385 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Snal Bollong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 417 | 213 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 123 | 54 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 385 | 199 | 186 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 104 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 109 | 145 |
Nearby Villages of Snal Bollong
Snal Bollong 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 Snal Bollong
Snal Bollong 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 Snal Bollong 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 Snal Bollong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Snal Bollong 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 Snal Bollong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Snal Bollong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Snal Bollong
Where is Snal Bollong located?
Snal Bollong village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Snal Bollong?
The pincode of Snal Bollong is 794004.
What is the population of Snal Bollong?
Snal Bollong has a total population of 417, including 213 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Snal Bollong?
There are 84 households in Snal Bollong.
What is the literacy rate in Snal Bollong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Snal Bollong is 39.09%. Male literacy is 48.83% and female literacy is 28.92%.