Rongbeng - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Rongbeng is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongbeng is 275250. The village falls under the 794110 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongbeng
According to the 2011 Census, Rongbeng village had a total population of 237 people, including 120 males and 117 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.37%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 94.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 232.
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 | 237 | 120 | 117 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 4 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 232 | 116 | 116 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 112 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 8 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Rongbeng
Rongbeng 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 Rongbeng
Public transport in the Rongbeng is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rongbeng is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongbeng
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongbeng 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 Rongbeng
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongbeng 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 Rongbeng
Where is Rongbeng located?
Rongbeng village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongbeng?
The pincode of Rongbeng is 794110.
What is the population of Rongbeng?
Rongbeng had a total population of 237, including 120 males and 117 females.
How many households are there in Rongbeng?
Rongbeng had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongbeng?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongbeng was 95.37%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 94.00%.