Bangsidua - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Bangsidua is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 32 km from Selsella and around 79 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bangsidua is 272787. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Bangsidua village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bangsidua
As per Census 2011, Bangsidua village has a total population of 854 people, consisting of 508 males and 346 females. The village has 132 households and a sex ratio of 681 females per 1,000 males. There are 79 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 672 literate and 182 illiterate residents. Additionally, 14 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 599 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bangsidua are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 854 | 508 | 346 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 37 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 10 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 599 | 296 | 303 |
| Literate Population | 672 | 429 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 79 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Bangsidua
Bangsidua 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 Bangsidua
Bangsidua 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Bangsidua is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bangsidua
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bangsidua village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Bangsidua
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bangsidua village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Bangsidua
Where is Bangsidua located?
Bangsidua village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Bangsidua?
The pincode of Bangsidua is 794104.
What is the population of Bangsidua?
Bangsidua has a total population of 854, including 508 males and 346 females.
How many households are there in Bangsidua?
There are 132 households in Bangsidua.
What is the literacy rate in Bangsidua?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bangsidua is 78.69%. Male literacy is 84.45% and female literacy is 70.23%.