Sipragaon - Betasing, South West Garo Hills
Sipragaon is a village situated in the Betasing subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from Betasing and around 51 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sipragaon is 273739. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Ampathi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sipragaon
According to the 2011 Census, Sipragaon village had a total population of 349 people, including 171 males and 178 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 1,041 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.74%, with male literacy at 65.07% and female literacy at 56.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 349.
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 | 349 | 171 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 25 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 349 | 171 | 178 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 95 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 76 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Sipragaon
Sipragaon 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 Sipragaon
Sipragaon is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Sipragaon is about 51 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 Sipragaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sipragaon 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Sipragaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sipragaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sipragaon
Where is Sipragaon located?
Sipragaon village is located in Betasing Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sipragaon?
The pincode of Sipragaon is 794115.
What is the population of Sipragaon?
Sipragaon had a total population of 349, including 171 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Sipragaon?
Sipragaon had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sipragaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sipragaon was 60.74%. Male literacy was 65.07% and female literacy was 56.58%.