Sona Chiring - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
Sona Chiring is a village situated in the Bajengdoba subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from Resubelpara and around 87 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sona Chiring is 274511. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
Sona Chiring 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 Sona Chiring
As per Census 2011, Sona Chiring village has a total population of 239 people, consisting of 125 males and 114 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 229 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sona Chiring are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 239 | 125 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 229 | 120 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 97 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Sona Chiring
Sona Chiring 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 Sona Chiring
Sona Chiring 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 >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 Sona Chiring 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 Sona Chiring
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sona Chiring 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sona Chiring
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sona Chiring 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sona Chiring
Where is Sona Chiring located?
Sona Chiring village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sona Chiring?
The pincode of Sona Chiring is 794004.
What is the population of Sona Chiring?
Sona Chiring has a total population of 239, including 125 males and 114 females.
How many households are there in Sona Chiring?
There are 46 households in Sona Chiring.
What is the literacy rate in Sona Chiring?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sona Chiring is 76.15%. Male literacy is 77.60% and female literacy is 74.56%.