Samandagiri - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Samandagiri is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samandagiri is 272995. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Samandagiri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Samandagiri
According to the 2011 Census, Samandagiri village had a total population of 47 people, including 20 males and 27 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,350 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 23.68%, with male literacy at 37.50% and female literacy at 13.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 36.
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 | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 14 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Samandagiri
Samandagiri 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 Samandagiri
Public transport in the Samandagiri is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Samandagiri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Samandagiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samandagiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samandagiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Samandagiri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samandagiri
Where is Samandagiri located?
Samandagiri village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Samandagiri?
The pincode of Samandagiri is 794105.
What is the population of Samandagiri?
Samandagiri had a total population of 47, including 20 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Samandagiri?
Samandagiri had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Samandagiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samandagiri was 23.68%. Male literacy was 37.50% and female literacy was 13.64%.