Rhongkum

Rhongkum is a village located in Amlarem subdivision of Jaintia Hills district in Meghalaya, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Amlarem (tehsildar office) and 66km away from district headquarter Jowai.

Rhongkum has its own place in the vibrant Jaintia Hills region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Rhongkum

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rhongkum is 279355. Amlarem is nearest town to Rhongkum village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rhongkum

Below is a concise population overview of Rhongkum as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 91 53 38
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 12 7 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 4 4 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 70 33 37
Literate Population 59 36 23
Illiterate Population 32 17 15

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rhongkum village:

  • The total population of Rhongkum village is around 91, including approximately 53 males and 38 females, with a sex ratio of 716 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 12 children aged 0–6 years in Rhongkum village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rhongkum village has 4 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 70 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Rhongkum village is about 64.84%, with male literacy at 67.92% and female literacy at 60.53%.
  • There are around 19 households in Rhongkum village.

Connectivity of Rhongkum

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rhongkum. As per the 2011 stats, Rhongkum had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Rhongkum

Knowing the nearby villages of Rhongkum helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rhongkum.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rhongkum

Where is Rhongkum located?
Rhongkum village is situated in Amlarem Subdivision, within the Jaintia Hills district of Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rhongkum?
The pincode of Rhongkum is 793109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rhongkum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rhongkum is 91, with 53 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Rhongkum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rhongkum village has a total of 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rhongkum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rhongkum is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 67.92%, while the female literacy rate is 60.53%.