Rongchungre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Rongchungre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 10 km from Zikzak and around 64 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchungre is 273914. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Rongchungre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Salmanpara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongchungre
As per Census 2011, Rongchungre village has a total population of 232 people, consisting of 119 males and 113 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 45 illiterate residents. Additionally, 230 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongchungre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 232 | 119 | 113 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 187 | 96 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchungre
Rongchungre 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 Rongchungre
Public transport in the Rongchungre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Rongchungre is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongchungre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchungre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongchungre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongchungre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongchungre
Where is Rongchungre located?
Rongchungre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchungre?
The pincode of Rongchungre is 794115.
What is the population of Rongchungre?
Rongchungre has a total population of 232, including 119 males and 113 females.
How many households are there in Rongchungre?
There are 41 households in Rongchungre.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchungre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchungre is 80.60%. Male literacy is 80.67% and female literacy is 80.53%.