Rongchek Songgitcham - Songsak, East Garo Hills
Rongchek Songgitcham 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 45 km from the district headquarters in Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchek Songgitcham is 275273. 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 Songgitcham
According to the 2011 Census, Rongchek Songgitcham village had a total population of 246 people, including 117 males and 129 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 1,103 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.10%, with male literacy at 69.05% and female literacy at 77.01%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 240.
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 | 246 | 117 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 33 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 113 | 127 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 58 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 59 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchek Songgitcham
Rongchek 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 Rongchek Songgitcham
Rongchek Songgitcham 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 Rongchek Songgitcham 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 Songgitcham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchek 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 Rongchek 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 Rongchek Songgitcham 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 Songgitcham
Where is Rongchek Songgitcham located?
Rongchek Songgitcham village is located in Songsak Subdivision, East Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchek Songgitcham?
The pincode of Rongchek Songgitcham is 794110.
What is the population of Rongchek Songgitcham?
Rongchek Songgitcham had a total population of 246, including 117 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Rongchek Songgitcham?
Rongchek Songgitcham had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchek Songgitcham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchek Songgitcham was 73.10%. Male literacy was 69.05% and female literacy was 77.01%.