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.
Tarasin 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 Tarasin
As per Census 2011, Tarasin village has a total population of 107 people, consisting of 54 males and 53 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males. There are 29 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 58 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tarasin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 107 | 54 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 18 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 107, including 54 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Tarasin?
There are 21 households in Tarasin.
What is the literacy rate in Tarasin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tarasin is 54.21%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 45.28%.