Sanda Adu - Purakhasia, South West Garo Hills
Sanda Adu is a village situated in the Purakhasia subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from Dalu and around 86 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sanda Adu is 274240. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Sanda Adu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sanda Adu
According to the 2011 Census, Sanda Adu village had a total population of 185 people, including 87 males and 98 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,126 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.90%, with male literacy at 94.52% and female literacy at 91.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 182.
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 | 185 | 87 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 14 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 182 | 87 | 95 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 18 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Sanda Adu
Sanda Adu 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 Sanda Adu
Public transport in the Sanda Adu is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Tura to Sanda Adu 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 Sanda Adu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sanda Adu 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 Sanda Adu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sanda Adu 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 Sanda Adu
Where is Sanda Adu located?
Sanda Adu village is located in Purakhasia Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sanda Adu?
The pincode of Sanda Adu is 794103.
What is the population of Sanda Adu?
Sanda Adu had a total population of 185, including 87 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Sanda Adu?
Sanda Adu had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sanda Adu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sanda Adu was 92.90%. Male literacy was 94.52% and female literacy was 91.46%.