Tarasin - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Tarasin is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tarasin is 275272. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tarasin
According to the 2011 Census, Tarasin village had a total population of 107 people, including 54 males and 53 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.36%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 58 | 34 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Tarasin
Tarasin 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 Tarasin
Tarasin 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tarasin is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tarasin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tarasin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Tarasin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tarasin 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tarasin
Where is Tarasin located?
Tarasin village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tarasin?
The pincode of Tarasin is 794110.
What is the population of Tarasin?
Tarasin had a total population of 107, including 54 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Tarasin?
Tarasin had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarasin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarasin was 74.36%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 57.14%.