Sarang Apal - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Sarang Apal is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarang Apal is 274750. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Sarang Apal 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 Sarang Apal
As per Census 2011, Sarang Apal village has a total population of 161 people, consisting of 82 males and 79 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 110 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 160 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sarang Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 160 | 82 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 53 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 29 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Sarang Apal
Sarang Apal 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 Sarang Apal
Sarang Apal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Sarang Apal is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarang Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarang Apal 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 Sarang Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarang Apal 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 Sarang Apal
Where is Sarang Apal located?
Sarang Apal village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sarang Apal?
The pincode of Sarang Apal is 794110.
What is the population of Sarang Apal?
Sarang Apal has a total population of 161, including 82 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Sarang Apal?
There are 31 households in Sarang Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Sarang Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarang Apal is 68.32%. Male literacy is 64.63% and female literacy is 72.15%.