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.
Songsak Agitok 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 Songsak Agitok
As per Census 2011, Songsak Agitok village has a total population of 520 people, consisting of 273 males and 247 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 132 illiterate residents. Additionally, 488 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songsak Agitok are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 520 | 273 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| 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 has a total population of 520, including 273 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Songsak Agitok?
There are 104 households in Songsak Agitok.
What is the literacy rate in Songsak Agitok?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsak Agitok is 74.62%. Male literacy is 79.85% and female literacy is 68.83%.