Songsak Jarepa - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Songsak Jarepa is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Songsak Jarepa is 275318. 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 Jarepa
According to the 2011 Census, Songsak Jarepa village had a total population of 345 people, including 172 males and 173 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.17%, with male literacy at 71.74% and female literacy at 70.63%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 336.
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 | 345 | 172 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 336 | 170 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 99 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 73 | 72 |
Nearby Villages of Songsak Jarepa
Songsak Jarepa 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 Jarepa
Songsak Jarepa 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Songsak Jarepa is about 32 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 Jarepa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Songsak Jarepa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Songsak Jarepa
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 Jarepa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Songsak Jarepa
Where is Songsak Jarepa located?
Songsak Jarepa village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Songsak Jarepa?
The pincode of Songsak Jarepa is 794111.
What is the population of Songsak Jarepa?
Songsak Jarepa had a total population of 345, including 172 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Songsak Jarepa?
Songsak Jarepa had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Songsak Jarepa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsak Jarepa was 71.17%. Male literacy was 71.74% and female literacy was 70.63%.