Panitola Damsite - Umling, Ri Bhoi
Panitola Damsite is a village situated in the Umling subdivision of Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from Umling and around 32 km from Nongpoh.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Panitola Damsite is 277502. The village falls under the 793101 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Jirang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Panitola Damsite
According to the 2011 Census, Panitola Damsite village had a total population of 202 people, including 108 males and 94 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.01%, with male literacy at 84.71% and female literacy at 60.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 156.
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 | 202 | 108 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 23 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 119 | 72 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 36 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Panitola Damsite
Panitola Damsite 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 Panitola Damsite
Panitola Damsite is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Nongpoh to Panitola Damsite is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Panitola Damsite
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Panitola Damsite village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Panitola Damsite
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Panitola Damsite village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Panitola Damsite
Where is Panitola Damsite located?
Panitola Damsite village is located in Umling Subdivision, Ri Bhoi district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Panitola Damsite?
The pincode of Panitola Damsite is 793101.
What is the population of Panitola Damsite?
Panitola Damsite had a total population of 202, including 108 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Panitola Damsite?
Panitola Damsite had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Panitola Damsite?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Panitola Damsite was 73.01%. Male literacy was 84.71% and female literacy was 60.26%.