Rongap Songgitcham - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Rongap Songgitcham is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongap Songgitcham is 275324. 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 Rongap Songgitcham
According to the 2011 Census, Rongap Songgitcham village had a total population of 346 people, including 179 males and 167 females, living in 71 households. The sex ratio was 933 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 33.58%, with male literacy at 45.00% and female literacy at 21.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 341.
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 | 346 | 179 | 167 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 341 | 176 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 63 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 116 | 138 |
Nearby Villages of Rongap Songgitcham
Rongap Songgitcham 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 Rongap Songgitcham
Rongap Songgitcham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Williamnagar to Rongap Songgitcham is about 30 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 Rongap Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongap Songgitcham 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 Rongap Songgitcham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongap Songgitcham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongap Songgitcham
Where is Rongap Songgitcham located?
Rongap Songgitcham village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongap Songgitcham?
The pincode of Rongap Songgitcham is 794111.
What is the population of Rongap Songgitcham?
Rongap Songgitcham had a total population of 346, including 179 males and 167 females.
How many households are there in Rongap Songgitcham?
Rongap Songgitcham had 71 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongap Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongap Songgitcham was 33.58%. Male literacy was 45.00% and female literacy was 21.64%.