Miktongjeng - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Miktongjeng is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Miktongjeng is 274892. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Miktongjeng village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Miktongjeng
As per Census 2011, Miktongjeng village has a total population of 285 people, consisting of 146 males and 139 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 71 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 174 literate and 111 illiterate residents. Additionally, 278 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Miktongjeng are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 278 | 141 | 137 |
| Literate Population | 174 | 97 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 49 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Miktongjeng
Miktongjeng 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 Miktongjeng
Public transport in the Miktongjeng is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Miktongjeng is about 61 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 Miktongjeng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Miktongjeng 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 Miktongjeng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Miktongjeng 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Miktongjeng
Where is Miktongjeng located?
Miktongjeng village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Miktongjeng?
The pincode of Miktongjeng is 794110.
What is the population of Miktongjeng?
Miktongjeng has a total population of 285, including 146 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Miktongjeng?
There are 49 households in Miktongjeng.
What is the literacy rate in Miktongjeng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miktongjeng is 61.05%. Male literacy is 66.44% and female literacy is 55.40%.