Bakenang Songma - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
Bakenang Songma is a village situated in the Bajengdoba subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from Resubelpara and around 87 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakenang Songma is 274504. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
Bakenang Songma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakenang Songma
As per Census 2011, Bakenang Songma village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 92 males and 84 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 913 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 157 literate and 19 illiterate residents. Additionally, 173 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakenang Songma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 92 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 6 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 173 | 91 | 82 |
| Literate Population | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 19 | 10 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Bakenang Songma
Bakenang Songma 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 Bakenang Songma
Bakenang Songma 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 5-10 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 Bakenang Songma is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakenang Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakenang Songma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Bakenang Songma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bakenang Songma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bakenang Songma
Where is Bakenang Songma located?
Bakenang Songma village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bakenang Songma?
The pincode of Bakenang Songma is 794004.
What is the population of Bakenang Songma?
Bakenang Songma has a total population of 176, including 92 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Bakenang Songma?
There are 28 households in Bakenang Songma.
What is the literacy rate in Bakenang Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakenang Songma is 89.20%. Male literacy is 89.13% and female literacy is 89.29%.