Rongchek Songgital - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Rongchek Songgital is a village situated in the Songsak subdivision of East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Songsak and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchek Songgital is 275268. 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 Rongchek Songgital
According to the 2011 Census, Rongchek Songgital village had a total population of 220 people, including 116 males and 104 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 897 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.25%, with male literacy at 73.81% and female literacy at 85.33%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 220 | 116 | 104 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 32 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 113 | 99 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 62 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 54 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchek Songgital
Rongchek Songgital 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 Songgital
Public transport in the Rongchek Songgital 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 Songgital is about 45 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 Songgital
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchek Songgital 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 Songgital
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 Songgital 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 Rongchek Songgital
Where is Rongchek Songgital located?
Rongchek Songgital village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchek Songgital?
The pincode of Rongchek Songgital is 794110.
What is the population of Rongchek Songgital?
Rongchek Songgital had a total population of 220, including 116 males and 104 females.
How many households are there in Rongchek Songgital?
Rongchek Songgital had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchek Songgital?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchek Songgital was 79.25%. Male literacy was 73.81% and female literacy was 85.33%.