Rongkaigre - Zikzak, South West Garo Hills
Rongkaigre is a village situated in the Zikzak subdivision of South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 4 km from Zikzak and around 85 km from Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongkaigre is 273929. The village falls under the 794115 pincode.
Rongkaigre 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 Rongkaigre
As per Census 2011, Rongkaigre village has a total population of 327 people, consisting of 179 males and 148 females. The village has 53 households and a sex ratio of 826 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 200 literate and 127 illiterate residents. Additionally, 320 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongkaigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 327 | 179 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 320 | 177 | 143 |
| Literate Population | 200 | 121 | 79 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 58 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Rongkaigre
Rongkaigre 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 Rongkaigre
Public transport in the Rongkaigre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Rongkaigre is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongkaigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongkaigre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rongkaigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongkaigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongkaigre
Where is Rongkaigre located?
Rongkaigre village is located in Zikzak Subdivision, South West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongkaigre?
The pincode of Rongkaigre is 794115.
What is the population of Rongkaigre?
Rongkaigre has a total population of 327, including 179 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Rongkaigre?
There are 53 households in Rongkaigre.
What is the literacy rate in Rongkaigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongkaigre is 61.16%. Male literacy is 67.60% and female literacy is 53.38%.