Rongbalu (A) - Bajengdoba, North Garo Hills
Rongbalu (A) is a village situated in the Bajengdoba subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 95 km from Songsak and around 130 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongbalu (A) is 275159. The village falls under the 794004 pincode.
Rongbalu (A) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Bajengdoba Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongbalu (A)
According to the 2011 Census, Rongbalu (A) village had a total population of 300 people, including 154 males and 146 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 948 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.38%, with male literacy at 59.20% and female literacy at 55.46%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 282.
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 | 300 | 154 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 282 | 146 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 74 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 160 | 80 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Rongbalu (A)
Rongbalu (A) 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 Rongbalu (A)
Public transport in the Rongbalu (A) is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Rongbalu (A) is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongbalu (A)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongbalu (A) 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongbalu (A)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongbalu (A) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongbalu (A)
Where is Rongbalu (A) located?
Rongbalu (A) village is located in Bajengdoba Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongbalu (A)?
The pincode of Rongbalu (A) is 794004.
What is the population of Rongbalu (A)?
Rongbalu (A) had a total population of 300, including 154 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Rongbalu (A)?
Rongbalu (A) had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongbalu (A)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongbalu (A) was 57.38%. Male literacy was 59.20% and female literacy was 55.46%.