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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongjeng Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Miktongjeng
According to the 2011 Census, Miktongjeng village had a total population of 285 people, including 146 males and 139 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.31%, with male literacy at 84.35% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 278.
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 | 285 | 146 | 139 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 285, including 146 males and 139 females.
How many households are there in Miktongjeng?
Miktongjeng had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Miktongjeng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Miktongjeng was 81.31%. Male literacy was 84.35% and female literacy was 77.78%.