Jongria Old - Saipung, East Jaintia Hills
Jongria Old is a village situated in the Saipung subdivision of East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 35 km from Saipung and around 70 km from Jowai.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jongria Old is 279569. The village falls under the 793200 pincode.
Jongria Old village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Sutnga-saipung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shillong Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Jongria Old
As per Census 2011, Jongria Old village has a total population of 117 people, consisting of 61 males and 56 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 40 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 110 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jongria Old are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 58 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 21 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Jongria Old
Jongria Old 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 Jongria Old
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Jongria Old.
| 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 Jowai to Jongria Old is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jongria Old
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jongria Old 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 Jongria Old
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jongria Old 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 Jongria Old
Where is Jongria Old located?
Jongria Old village is located in Saipung Subdivision, East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Jongria Old?
The pincode of Jongria Old is 793200.
What is the population of Jongria Old?
Jongria Old has a total population of 117, including 61 males and 56 females.
How many households are there in Jongria Old?
There are 20 households in Jongria Old.
What is the literacy rate in Jongria Old?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jongria Old is 65.81%. Male literacy is 65.57% and female literacy is 66.07%.