Rongchugre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Rongchugre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchugre is 273213. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Rongchugre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Dadenggre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongchugre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongchugre village had a total population of 367 people, including 190 males and 177 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 932 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.65%, with male literacy at 87.20% and female literacy at 79.73%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 356.
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 | 367 | 190 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 26 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 356 | 182 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 143 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 47 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchugre
Rongchugre 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 Rongchugre
Rongchugre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Rongchugre is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongchugre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchugre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rongchugre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongchugre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongchugre
Where is Rongchugre located?
Rongchugre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchugre?
The pincode of Rongchugre is 794003.
What is the population of Rongchugre?
Rongchugre had a total population of 367, including 190 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Rongchugre?
Rongchugre had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchugre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchugre was 83.65%. Male literacy was 87.20% and female literacy was 79.73%.