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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gongrang
According to the 2011 Census, Gongrang village had a total population of 456 people, including 252 males and 204 females, living in 81 households. The sex ratio was 810 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.14%, with male literacy at 63.24% and female literacy at 37.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 440.
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 | 456 | 252 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 67 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 456, including 252 males and 204 females.
How many households are there in Gongrang?
Gongrang had 81 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gongrang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gongrang was 51.14%. Male literacy was 63.24% and female literacy was 37.72%.