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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongalgre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongalgre village had a total population of 218 people, including 115 males and 103 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.31%, with male literacy at 51.19% and female literacy at 49.37%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 216.
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 | 218 | 115 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 218, including 115 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Rongalgre?
Rongalgre had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongalgre was 50.31%. Male literacy was 51.19% and female literacy was 49.37%.