Gongrang - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Gongrang is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gongrang is 275274. The village falls under the 794111 pincode.
Gongrang 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 Gongrang
As per Census 2011, Gongrang village has a total population of 456 people, consisting of 252 males and 204 females. The village has 81 households and a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males. There are 104 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 180 literate and 276 illiterate residents. Additionally, 440 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gongrang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 456 | 252 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 67 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 440 | 243 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 180 | 117 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 276 | 135 | 141 |
Nearby Villages of Gongrang
Gongrang 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 Gongrang
Gongrang 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 >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 Gongrang is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gongrang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gongrang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gongrang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gongrang 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 Gongrang
Where is Gongrang located?
Gongrang village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gongrang?
The pincode of Gongrang is 794111.
What is the population of Gongrang?
Gongrang has a total population of 456, including 252 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Gongrang?
There are 81 households in Gongrang.
What is the literacy rate in Gongrang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gongrang is 39.47%. Male literacy is 46.43% and female literacy is 30.88%.