Bakjek Songgitcham - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Bakjek Songgitcham is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bakjek Songgitcham is 273187. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Bakjek Songgitcham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bakjek Songgitcham
As per Census 2011, Bakjek Songgitcham village has a total population of 405 people, consisting of 195 males and 210 females. The village has 76 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 89 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 256 literate and 149 illiterate residents. Additionally, 402 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bakjek Songgitcham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 405 | 195 | 210 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 38 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 402 | 192 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 256 | 139 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 56 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Bakjek Songgitcham
Bakjek 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 Bakjek Songgitcham
Public transport in the Bakjek Songgitcham is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Bakjek Songgitcham is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bakjek Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bakjek Songgitcham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bakjek 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 Bakjek Songgitcham 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bakjek Songgitcham
Where is Bakjek Songgitcham located?
Bakjek Songgitcham village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bakjek Songgitcham?
The pincode of Bakjek Songgitcham is 794003.
What is the population of Bakjek Songgitcham?
Bakjek Songgitcham has a total population of 405, including 195 males and 210 females.
How many households are there in Bakjek Songgitcham?
There are 76 households in Bakjek Songgitcham.
What is the literacy rate in Bakjek Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bakjek Songgitcham is 63.21%. Male literacy is 71.28% and female literacy is 55.71%.