Tenak Songgitcham - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Tenak Songgitcham is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tenak Songgitcham is 275958. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Tenak Songgitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tenak Songgitcham
According to the 2011 Census, Tenak Songgitcham village had a total population of 49 people, including 25 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 960 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.08%, with male literacy at 23.81% and female literacy at 22.22%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 49.
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 | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 20 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Tenak Songgitcham
Tenak Songgitcham 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 Tenak Songgitcham
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tenak Songgitcham.
| 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 Baghmara to Tenak Songgitcham is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tenak Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tenak Songgitcham 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 Tenak Songgitcham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tenak Songgitcham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tenak Songgitcham
Where is Tenak Songgitcham located?
Tenak Songgitcham village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Tenak Songgitcham?
The pincode of Tenak Songgitcham is 794005.
What is the population of Tenak Songgitcham?
Tenak Songgitcham had a total population of 49, including 25 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Tenak Songgitcham?
Tenak Songgitcham had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tenak Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tenak Songgitcham was 23.08%. Male literacy was 23.81% and female literacy was 22.22%.