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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sokadam Balading
According to the 2011 Census, Sokadam Balading village had a total population of 188 people, including 98 males and 90 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 44.93%, with male literacy at 57.50% and female literacy at 27.59%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 188.
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 | 188 | 98 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 188, including 98 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Sokadam Balading?
Sokadam Balading had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokadam Balading?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sokadam Balading was 44.93%. Male literacy was 57.50% and female literacy was 27.59%.