Siju Songital - Siju, South Garo Hills
Siju Songital is a village situated in the Siju subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from Rongara and around 48 km from Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Siju Songital is 276178. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Siju Songital
According to the 2011 Census, Siju Songital village had a total population of 52 people, including 28 males and 24 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 37.78%, with male literacy at 40.00% and female literacy at 35.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 48.
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 | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Siju Songital
Siju Songital 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 Siju Songital
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Siju Songital.
| 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 Siju Songital is about 48 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 Siju Songital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Siju Songital 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Siju Songital
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Siju Songital 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Siju Songital
Where is Siju Songital located?
Siju Songital village is located in Siju Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Siju Songital?
The pincode of Siju Songital is 794114.
What is the population of Siju Songital?
Siju Songital had a total population of 52, including 28 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Siju Songital?
Siju Songital had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siju Songital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Siju Songital was 37.78%. Male literacy was 40.00% and female literacy was 35.00%.