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.
Songsak Jarepa 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 Jarepa
As per Census 2011, Songsak Jarepa village has a total population of 345 people, consisting of 172 males and 173 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,005 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 336 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Songsak Jarepa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 345 | 172 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| 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 has a total population of 345, including 172 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Songsak Jarepa?
There are 58 households in Songsak Jarepa.
What is the literacy rate in Songsak Jarepa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Songsak Jarepa is 57.97%. Male literacy is 57.56% and female literacy is 58.38%.