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.
Sanditola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Mawsynram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanditola
As per Census 2011, Sanditola village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 65 males and 53 females. The village has 22 households and a sex ratio of 815 females per 1,000 males. There are 13 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 118 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sanditola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 65 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 118, including 65 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Sanditola?
There are 22 households in Sanditola.
What is the literacy rate in Sanditola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanditola is 60.17%. Male literacy is 72.31% and female literacy is 45.28%.