Rongchek Akong - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Rongchek Akong is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchek Akong is 274820. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Rongchek Akong 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 Rongchek Akong
As per Census 2011, Rongchek Akong village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 107 males and 90 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 841 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 137 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 193 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongchek Akong are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 107 | 90 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 193 | 106 | 87 |
| Literate Population | 137 | 77 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 30 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchek Akong
Rongchek Akong 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 Rongchek Akong
Rongchek Akong 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 >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 Williamnagar to Rongchek Akong is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongchek Akong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchek Akong village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rongchek Akong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongchek Akong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongchek Akong
Where is Rongchek Akong located?
Rongchek Akong village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchek Akong?
The pincode of Rongchek Akong is 794110.
What is the population of Rongchek Akong?
Rongchek Akong has a total population of 197, including 107 males and 90 females.
How many households are there in Rongchek Akong?
There are 32 households in Rongchek Akong.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchek Akong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchek Akong is 69.54%. Male literacy is 71.96% and female literacy is 66.67%.