Rongchek Apal - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Rongchek Apal is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchek Apal is 275269. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Songsak Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongchek Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Rongchek Apal village had a total population of 163 people, including 79 males and 84 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 32.52%, with male literacy at 37.70% and female literacy at 27.42%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 151.
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 | 163 | 79 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 151 | 74 | 77 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 23 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 56 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchek Apal
Rongchek Apal 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 Rongchek Apal
Public transport in the Rongchek Apal 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 Rongchek Apal is about 46 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongchek Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchek Apal 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 Rongchek Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongchek Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongchek Apal
Where is Rongchek Apal located?
Rongchek Apal village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchek Apal?
The pincode of Rongchek Apal is 794004.
What is the population of Rongchek Apal?
Rongchek Apal had a total population of 163, including 79 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Rongchek Apal?
Rongchek Apal had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchek Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchek Apal was 32.52%. Male literacy was 37.70% and female literacy was 27.42%.