Pedaldoba (Garo) - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Pedaldoba (Garo) is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pedaldoba (Garo) is 273278. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Pedaldoba (Garo) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Pedaldoba (Garo)
According to the 2011 Census, Pedaldoba (Garo) village had a total population of 606 people, including 353 males and 253 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 717 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.79%, with male literacy at 94.97% and female literacy at 89.69%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 513.
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 | 606 | 353 | 253 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 35 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 513 | 263 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 302 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 51 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Pedaldoba (Garo)
Pedaldoba (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 Pedaldoba (Garo)
Public transport in the Pedaldoba (Garo) 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 Pedaldoba (Garo) is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pedaldoba (Garo)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pedaldoba (Garo) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Pedaldoba (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 Pedaldoba (Garo) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Pedaldoba (Garo)
Where is Pedaldoba (Garo) located?
Pedaldoba (Garo) village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Pedaldoba (Garo)?
The pincode of Pedaldoba (Garo) is 794109.
What is the population of Pedaldoba (Garo)?
Pedaldoba (Garo) had a total population of 606, including 353 males and 253 females.
How many households are there in Pedaldoba (Garo)?
Pedaldoba (Garo) had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pedaldoba (Garo)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pedaldoba (Garo) was 92.79%. Male literacy was 94.97% and female literacy was 89.69%.