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.
For political representation, the village falls under the William Nagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jongmegre
According to the 2011 Census, Jongmegre village had a total population of 169 people, including 77 males and 92 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,195 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.15%, with male literacy at 72.58% and female literacy at 62.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 168.
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 | 169 | 77 | 92 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 169, including 77 males and 92 females.
How many households are there in Jongmegre?
Jongmegre had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jongmegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jongmegre was 67.15%. Male literacy was 72.58% and female literacy was 62.67%.