Rongkem - Samanda, East Garo Hills
Rongkem is a village situated in the Samanda subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Samanda and around 26 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongkem is 275430. 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 Rongkem
According to the 2011 Census, Rongkem village had a total population of 210 people, including 116 males and 94 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.16%, with male literacy at 79.31% and female literacy at 70.27%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 210.
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 | 210 | 116 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 210 | 116 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 121 | 69 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 47 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Rongkem
Rongkem 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 Rongkem
Public transport in the Rongkem is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Rongkem is about 26 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 Rongkem
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongkem 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 Rongkem
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongkem 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 Rongkem
Where is Rongkem located?
Rongkem village is located in Samanda Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongkem?
The pincode of Rongkem is 794111.
What is the population of Rongkem?
Rongkem had a total population of 210, including 116 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Rongkem?
Rongkem had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongkem?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongkem was 75.16%. Male literacy was 79.31% and female literacy was 70.27%.