Songsak Agitok - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Songsak Agitok is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songsak Agitok is 275313. 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 Songsak Agitok
According to the 2011 Census, Songsak Agitok village had a total population of 520 people, including 273 males and 247 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 905 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.39%, with male literacy at 91.98% and female literacy at 82.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 488.
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 | 520 | 273 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 250 | 238 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 218 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 55 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Songsak Agitok
Songsak Agitok 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 Songsak Agitok
Songsak Agitok is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Songsak Agitok is about 30 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 Songsak Agitok
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songsak Agitok village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Songsak Agitok
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Songsak Agitok village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Songsak Agitok
Where is Songsak Agitok located?
Songsak Agitok village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songsak Agitok?
The pincode of Songsak Agitok is 794111.
What is the population of Songsak Agitok?
Songsak Agitok had a total population of 520, including 273 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Songsak Agitok?
Songsak Agitok had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songsak Agitok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsak Agitok was 87.39%. Male literacy was 91.98% and female literacy was 82.13%.