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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Dalu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Josipara Songma
According to the 2011 Census, Josipara Songma village had a total population of 206 people, including 112 males and 94 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 839 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.87%, with male literacy at 75.28% and female literacy at 55.13%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
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 | 206 | 112 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 206, including 112 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Josipara Songma?
Josipara Songma had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Josipara Songma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Josipara Songma was 65.87%. Male literacy was 75.28% and female literacy was 55.13%.