Simseng Bongga - Dambo Rongjeng, East Garo Hills
Simseng Bongga is a village situated in the Dambo Rongjeng subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 63 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dambo Rongjeng and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Simseng Bongga is 274771. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
Simseng Bongga 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 Simseng Bongga
According to the 2011 Census, Simseng Bongga village had a total population of 256 people, including 131 males and 125 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.26%, with male literacy at 98.98% and female literacy at 93.26%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 256.
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 | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 69 | 33 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 256 | 131 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 97 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 34 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Simseng Bongga
Simseng Bongga 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 Simseng Bongga
Public transport in the Simseng Bongga is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Simseng Bongga is about 60 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 Simseng Bongga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Simseng Bongga 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 Simseng Bongga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Simseng Bongga 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 Simseng Bongga
Where is Simseng Bongga located?
Simseng Bongga village is located in Dambo Rongjeng Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Simseng Bongga?
The pincode of Simseng Bongga is 794110.
What is the population of Simseng Bongga?
Simseng Bongga had a total population of 256, including 131 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Simseng Bongga?
Simseng Bongga had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Simseng Bongga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Simseng Bongga was 96.26%. Male literacy was 98.98% and female literacy was 93.26%.