Sanditola - Mawsynram, East Khasi Hills
Sanditola is a village situated in the Mawsynram subdivision of East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 68 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mawsynram and around 132 km from the district headquarters in Shillong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanditola is 278740. The village falls under the 793106 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanditola
According to the 2011 Census, Sanditola village had a total population of 118 people, including 65 males and 53 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 815 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.62%, with male literacy at 82.46% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 47 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Sanditola
Sanditola 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 Sanditola
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Sanditola.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shillong to Sanditola is about 132 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sanditola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanditola 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 Sanditola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanditola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sanditola
Where is Sanditola located?
Sanditola village is located in Mawsynram Subdivision, East Khasi Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sanditola?
The pincode of Sanditola is 793106.
What is the population of Sanditola?
Sanditola had a total population of 118, including 65 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Sanditola?
Sanditola had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanditola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanditola was 67.62%. Male literacy was 82.46% and female literacy was 50.00%.