New Rongara - Rongara, South Garo Hills
New Rongara is a village situated in the Rongara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 1 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 New Rongara is 276262. 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 New Rongara
According to the 2011 Census, New Rongara village had a total population of 263 people, including 128 males and 135 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.42%, with male literacy at 94.02% and female literacy at 96.75%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 260.
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 | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 260 | 128 | 132 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 110 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 18 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of New Rongara
New Rongara 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 New Rongara
Public transport in the New Rongara is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to New Rongara 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 New Rongara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Rongara 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in New Rongara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving New Rongara 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about New Rongara
Where is New Rongara located?
New Rongara village is located in Rongara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of New Rongara?
The pincode of New Rongara is 794114.
What is the population of New Rongara?
New Rongara had a total population of 263, including 128 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in New Rongara?
New Rongara had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Rongara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Rongara was 95.42%. Male literacy was 94.02% and female literacy was 96.75%.