Jongmegre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Jongmegre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jongmegre is 275440. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Jongmegre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jongmegre
As per Census 2011, Jongmegre village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 77 males and 92 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 32 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 92 literate and 77 illiterate residents. Additionally, 168 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jongmegre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 77 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 77 | 91 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 77 | 32 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Jongmegre
Jongmegre 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 Jongmegre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jongmegre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Jongmegre is about 18 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jongmegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jongmegre 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 Jongmegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jongmegre 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 Jongmegre
Where is Jongmegre located?
Jongmegre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jongmegre?
The pincode of Jongmegre is 794111.
What is the population of Jongmegre?
Jongmegre has a total population of 169, including 77 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Jongmegre?
There are 30 households in Jongmegre.
What is the literacy rate in Jongmegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jongmegre is 54.44%. Male literacy is 58.44% and female literacy is 51.09%.