Sarongkol - Resubelpara, North Garo Hills
Sarongkol is a village situated in the Resubelpara subdivision of North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from Resubelpara and around 90 km from Williamnagar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sarongkol is 274577. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
Sarongkol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Resubelpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Sarongkol
According to the 2011 Census, Sarongkol village had a total population of 447 people, including 220 males and 227 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.19%, with male literacy at 89.33% and female literacy at 85.08%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 439.
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 | 447 | 220 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 439 | 218 | 221 |
| Literate Population | 313 | 159 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 61 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Sarongkol
Sarongkol 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 Sarongkol
Sarongkol 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 Sarongkol is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sarongkol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sarongkol village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sarongkol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sarongkol 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 Sarongkol
Where is Sarongkol located?
Sarongkol village is located in Resubelpara Subdivision, North Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Sarongkol?
The pincode of Sarongkol is 794005.
What is the population of Sarongkol?
Sarongkol had a total population of 447, including 220 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Sarongkol?
Sarongkol had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sarongkol?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sarongkol was 87.19%. Male literacy was 89.33% and female literacy was 85.08%.