Meata - Rongara, South Garo Hills
Meata is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongara and around 2 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Meata is 276249. 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 Meata
According to the 2011 Census, Meata village had a total population of 148 people, including 72 males and 76 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,056 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.33%, with male literacy at 64.81% and female literacy at 51.85%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 144.
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 | 148 | 72 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 144 | 69 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 35 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 37 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Meata
Meata 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 Meata
Meata is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Meata is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Meata
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Meata 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 Meata
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Meata village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Meata
Where is Meata located?
Meata village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Meata?
The pincode of Meata is 794114.
What is the population of Meata?
Meata had a total population of 148, including 72 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Meata?
Meata had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Meata?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Meata was 58.33%. Male literacy was 64.81% and female literacy was 51.85%.