Sokadam Balading - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Sokadam Balading 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 37 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sokadam Balading is 275289. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Sokadam Balading 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 Sokadam Balading
As per Census 2011, Sokadam Balading village has a total population of 188 people, consisting of 98 males and 90 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 62 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 188 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sokadam Balading are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 62 | 46 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 52 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Sokadam Balading
Sokadam Balading 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 Sokadam Balading
Sokadam Balading 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 5-10 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 Sokadam Balading is about 37 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 Sokadam Balading
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sokadam Balading village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sokadam Balading
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sokadam Balading 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sokadam Balading
Where is Sokadam Balading located?
Sokadam Balading village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sokadam Balading?
The pincode of Sokadam Balading is 794103.
What is the population of Sokadam Balading?
Sokadam Balading has a total population of 188, including 98 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Sokadam Balading?
There are 38 households in Sokadam Balading.
What is the literacy rate in Sokadam Balading?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokadam Balading is 32.98%. Male literacy is 46.94% and female literacy is 17.78%.