Sidakandi - Batabari, West Garo Hills
Sidakandi is a village situated in the Batabari subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from Selsella and around 86 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sidakandi is 272844. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Sidakandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rajabala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sidakandi
As per Census 2011, Sidakandi village has a total population of 2,413 people, consisting of 1,172 males and 1,241 females. The village has 479 households and a sex ratio of 1,058 females per 1,000 males. There are 571 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 734 literate and 1,679 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sidakandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,413 | 1,172 | 1,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 571 | 264 | 307 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 734 | 382 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,679 | 790 | 889 |
Nearby Villages of Sidakandi
Sidakandi 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 Sidakandi
Public transport in the Sidakandi is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Tura to Sidakandi 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 Sidakandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sidakandi 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 Sidakandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sidakandi 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 Sidakandi
Where is Sidakandi located?
Sidakandi village is located in Batabari Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sidakandi?
The pincode of Sidakandi is 794104.
What is the population of Sidakandi?
Sidakandi has a total population of 2,413, including 1,172 males and 1,241 females.
How many households are there in Sidakandi?
There are 479 households in Sidakandi.
What is the literacy rate in Sidakandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sidakandi is 30.42%. Male literacy is 32.59% and female literacy is 28.36%.