Josipara Songma - Dalu, West Garo Hills
Josipara Songma is a village situated in the Dalu subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalu and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Josipara Songma is 274374. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Josipara Songma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Josipara Songma
As per Census 2011, Josipara Songma village has a total population of 206 people, consisting of 112 males and 94 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 839 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 96 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Josipara Songma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 206 | 112 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 111 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 67 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 96 | 45 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Josipara Songma
Josipara 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 Josipara Songma
Public transport in the Josipara Songma is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Josipara Songma.
| 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Josipara Songma 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 Josipara Songma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Josipara Songma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Josipara 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 Josipara Songma 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Josipara Songma
Where is Josipara Songma located?
Josipara Songma village is located in Dalu Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Josipara Songma?
The pincode of Josipara Songma is 794103.
What is the population of Josipara Songma?
Josipara Songma has a total population of 206, including 112 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Josipara Songma?
There are 36 households in Josipara Songma.
What is the literacy rate in Josipara Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Josipara Songma is 53.40%. Male literacy is 59.82% and female literacy is 45.74%.