Rongmegre - Chokpot, South Garo Hills
Rongmegre is a village situated in the Chokpot subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chokpot and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongmegre is 275561. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Chokpot Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongmegre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongmegre village had a total population of 143 people, including 82 males and 61 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 744 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.59%, with male literacy at 82.81% and female literacy at 71.15%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 135.
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 | 143 | 82 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 78 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 90 | 53 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 29 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Rongmegre
Rongmegre 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 Rongmegre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rongmegre.
| 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 Baghmara to Rongmegre is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongmegre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongmegre 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 Rongmegre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongmegre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongmegre
Where is Rongmegre located?
Rongmegre village is located in Chokpot Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongmegre?
The pincode of Rongmegre is 794005.
What is the population of Rongmegre?
Rongmegre had a total population of 143, including 82 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Rongmegre?
Rongmegre had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongmegre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongmegre was 77.59%. Male literacy was 82.81% and female literacy was 71.15%.