Kaldong Songma - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Kaldong Songma is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12.5 km from Resubelpara and around 90 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaldong Songma is 274603. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Kaldong Songma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Resubelpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaldong Songma
According to the 2011 Census, Kaldong Songma village had a total population of 480 people, including 243 males and 237 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.92%, with male literacy at 87.02% and female literacy at 88.83%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 479.
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 | 480 | 243 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 479 | 242 | 237 |
| Literate Population | 364 | 181 | 183 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 62 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Kaldong Songma
Kaldong 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 Kaldong Songma
Kaldong 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 Kaldong Songma is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaldong Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaldong Songma 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 Kaldong 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 Kaldong Songma village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaldong Songma
Where is Kaldong Songma located?
Kaldong Songma village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kaldong Songma?
The pincode of Kaldong Songma is 794005.
What is the population of Kaldong Songma?
Kaldong Songma had a total population of 480, including 243 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in Kaldong Songma?
Kaldong Songma had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaldong Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaldong Songma was 87.92%. Male literacy was 87.02% and female literacy was 88.83%.