Raksam Songma - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
Raksam Songma is a village situated in the Bajengdoba subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 34 km from Resubelpara and around 104 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raksam Songma is 274469. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Raksam Songma
According to the 2011 Census, Raksam Songma village had a total population of 181 people, including 102 males and 79 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 775 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.03%, with male literacy at 58.02% and female literacy at 53.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 181.
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 | 181 | 102 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 181 | 102 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 47 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 55 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Raksam Songma
Raksam 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 Raksam Songma
Public transport in the Raksam Songma 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 Raksam Songma is about 104 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raksam Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raksam 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 Raksam 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 Raksam 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Raksam Songma
Where is Raksam Songma located?
Raksam Songma village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Raksam Songma?
The pincode of Raksam Songma is 794004.
What is the population of Raksam Songma?
Raksam Songma had a total population of 181, including 102 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Raksam Songma?
Raksam Songma had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raksam Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raksam Songma was 56.03%. Male literacy was 58.02% and female literacy was 53.33%.