Rangcheng - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Rangcheng is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangcheng is 274898. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Rangcheng 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 Rangcheng
As per Census 2011, Rangcheng village has a total population of 271 people, consisting of 136 males and 135 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 992 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 170 literate and 101 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rangcheng are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 271 | 136 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 269 | 134 | 135 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 86 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 101 | 50 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Rangcheng
Rangcheng 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 Rangcheng
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rangcheng.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Rangcheng is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangcheng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangcheng village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rangcheng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rangcheng village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rangcheng
Where is Rangcheng located?
Rangcheng village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rangcheng?
The pincode of Rangcheng is 794110.
What is the population of Rangcheng?
Rangcheng has a total population of 271, including 136 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in Rangcheng?
There are 52 households in Rangcheng.
What is the literacy rate in Rangcheng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangcheng is 62.73%. Male literacy is 63.24% and female literacy is 62.22%.