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.
Kunchung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rongara-siju Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunchung
As per Census 2011, Kunchung village has a total population of 72 people, consisting of 34 males and 38 females. The village has 12 households and a sex ratio of 1,117 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 35 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 72 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunchung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 72 | 34 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| 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 has a total population of 72, including 34 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Kunchung?
There are 12 households in Kunchung.
What is the literacy rate in Kunchung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunchung is 48.61%. Male literacy is 70.59% and female literacy is 28.95%.