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.
New Rongara 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 New Rongara
As per Census 2011, New Rongara village has a total population of 263 people, consisting of 128 males and 135 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,054 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 229 literate and 34 illiterate residents. Additionally, 260 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for New Rongara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 263 | 128 | 135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| 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 has a total population of 263, including 128 males and 135 females.
How many households are there in New Rongara?
There are 56 households in New Rongara.
What is the literacy rate in New Rongara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Rongara is 87.07%. Male literacy is 85.94% and female literacy is 88.15%.