Shyamding ( Garo ) - Demdema, West Garo Hills
Shyamding ( Garo ) is a village situated in the Demdema subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 28 km from Selsella and around 75 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Shyamding ( Garo ) is 272784. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Shyamding ( Garo ) 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 Shyamding ( Garo )
As per Census 2011, Shyamding ( Garo ) village has a total population of 3,117 people, consisting of 1,587 males and 1,530 females. The village has 585 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 581 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,795 literate and 1,322 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 242 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Shyamding ( Garo ) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,117 | 1,587 | 1,530 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 581 | 298 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 123 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 1,795 | 960 | 835 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,322 | 627 | 695 |
Nearby Villages of Shyamding ( Garo )
Shyamding ( Garo ) 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 Shyamding ( Garo )
Shyamding ( Garo ) 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 | 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 Shyamding ( Garo ) is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Shyamding ( Garo )
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Shyamding ( Garo ) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Shyamding ( Garo )
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Shyamding ( Garo ) 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Shyamding ( Garo )
Where is Shyamding ( Garo ) located?
Shyamding ( Garo ) village is located in Demdema Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Shyamding ( Garo )?
The pincode of Shyamding ( Garo ) is 794104.
What is the population of Shyamding ( Garo )?
Shyamding ( Garo ) has a total population of 3,117, including 1,587 males and 1,530 females.
How many households are there in Shyamding ( Garo )?
There are 585 households in Shyamding ( Garo ).
What is the literacy rate in Shyamding ( Garo )?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Shyamding ( Garo ) is 57.59%. Male literacy is 60.49% and female literacy is 54.58%.