Kunchung - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Kunchung is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 61 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunchung is 276215. The village falls under the 794114 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunchung
According to the 2011 Census, Kunchung village had a total population of 72 people, including 34 males and 38 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,118 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.34%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 35.48%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 72.
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 | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 10 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kunchung
Kunchung 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 Kunchung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kunchung.
| 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 Kunchung 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 Kunchung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunchung 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 Kunchung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunchung 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 Kunchung
Where is Kunchung located?
Kunchung village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Kunchung?
The pincode of Kunchung is 794114.
What is the population of Kunchung?
Kunchung had a total population of 72, including 34 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Kunchung?
Kunchung had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunchung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunchung was 60.34%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 35.48%.