Awangga - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Awangga is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Awangga is 274907. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Awangga
According to the 2011 Census, Awangga village had a total population of 353 people, including 171 males and 182 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,064 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.00%, with male literacy at 87.07% and female literacy at 77.12%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 353.
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 | 353 | 171 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 24 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 171 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 128 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 43 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Awangga
Awangga 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 Awangga
Awangga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Williamnagar to Awangga is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Awangga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Awangga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Awangga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Awangga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Awangga
Where is Awangga located?
Awangga village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Awangga?
The pincode of Awangga is 794110.
What is the population of Awangga?
Awangga had a total population of 353, including 171 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Awangga?
Awangga had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Awangga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Awangga was 82.00%. Male literacy was 87.07% and female literacy was 77.12%.