Shallang Songsak - Shallang, West Khasi Hills
Shallang Songsak is a village situated in the Shallang subdivision of West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 43 km from Mawshynrut and around 86 km from Nongstoin.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shallang Songsak is 276580. The village falls under the 793126 pincode.
Shallang Songsak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawshynrut Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Shallang Songsak
According to the 2011 Census, Shallang Songsak village had a total population of 485 people, including 242 males and 243 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 1,004 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 34.50%, with male literacy at 41.08% and female literacy at 27.96%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 483.
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 | 485 | 242 | 243 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 483 | 241 | 242 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 76 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 166 | 191 |
Nearby Villages of Shallang Songsak
Shallang Songsak 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 Shallang Songsak
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Shallang Songsak.
| 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 Nongstoin to Shallang Songsak is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shallang Songsak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shallang Songsak 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 Shallang Songsak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shallang Songsak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Shallang Songsak
Where is Shallang Songsak located?
Shallang Songsak village is located in Shallang Subdivision, West Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Shallang Songsak?
The pincode of Shallang Songsak is 793126.
What is the population of Shallang Songsak?
Shallang Songsak had a total population of 485, including 242 males and 243 females.
How many households are there in Shallang Songsak?
Shallang Songsak had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shallang Songsak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shallang Songsak was 34.50%. Male literacy was 41.08% and female literacy was 27.96%.