Rongkemgre - Dadenggiri, West Garo Hills
Rongkemgre is a village situated in the Dadenggiri subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 67 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dadenggiri and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongkemgre is 273196. The village falls under the 794003 pincode.
Rongkemgre 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 Rongkemgre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongkemgre village had a total population of 179 people, including 97 males and 82 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 845 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.72%, with male literacy at 80.52% and female literacy at 76.56%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 179 | 97 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 95 | 81 |
| Literate Population | 111 | 62 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 35 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Rongkemgre
Rongkemgre 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 Rongkemgre
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rongkemgre.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rongkemgre is about 60 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 Rongkemgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongkemgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongkemgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongkemgre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongkemgre
Where is Rongkemgre located?
Rongkemgre village is located in Dadenggiri Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongkemgre?
The pincode of Rongkemgre is 794003.
What is the population of Rongkemgre?
Rongkemgre had a total population of 179, including 97 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Rongkemgre?
Rongkemgre had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongkemgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongkemgre was 78.72%. Male literacy was 80.52% and female literacy was 76.56%.