Rongalgre - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Rongalgre is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongalgre is 275358. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Rongalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongalgre
As per Census 2011, Rongalgre village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 115 males and 103 females. The village has 49 households and a sex ratio of 895 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 82 literate and 136 illiterate residents. Additionally, 216 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 114 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 43 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 72 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Rongalgre
Rongalgre 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 Rongalgre
Rongalgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Rongalgre is about 35 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 Rongalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongalgre 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 Rongalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongalgre 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 Rongalgre
Where is Rongalgre located?
Rongalgre village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongalgre?
The pincode of Rongalgre is 794111.
What is the population of Rongalgre?
Rongalgre has a total population of 218, including 115 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Rongalgre?
There are 49 households in Rongalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Rongalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongalgre is 37.61%. Male literacy is 37.39% and female literacy is 37.86%.