Rongchong - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Rongchong is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 112 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchong is 274781. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Rongchong 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 Rongchong
According to the 2011 Census, Rongchong village had a total population of 316 people, including 158 males and 158 females, living in 61 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 40.93%, with male literacy at 44.17% and female literacy at 37.61%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 312.
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 | 316 | 158 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 156 | 156 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 53 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 105 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchong
Rongchong 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 Rongchong
Public transport in the Rongchong 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 >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 Rongchong is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongchong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchong 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 Rongchong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongchong village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongchong
Where is Rongchong located?
Rongchong village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchong?
The pincode of Rongchong is 794110.
What is the population of Rongchong?
Rongchong had a total population of 316, including 158 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Rongchong?
Rongchong had 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchong was 40.93%. Male literacy was 44.17% and female literacy was 37.61%.