Rongakgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Rongakgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongakgre is 275377. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongakgre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongakgre village had a total population of 123 people, including 59 males and 64 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,085 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.15%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 123.
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 | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 12 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Rongakgre
Rongakgre 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 Rongakgre
Rongakgre 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 5-10 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 Rongakgre is about 32 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongakgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongakgre 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 Rongakgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongakgre 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 Rongakgre
Where is Rongakgre located?
Rongakgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongakgre?
The pincode of Rongakgre is 794111.
What is the population of Rongakgre?
Rongakgre had a total population of 123, including 59 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Rongakgre?
Rongakgre had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongakgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongakgre was 85.15%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 76.47%.