Rongkagre - Gambegre, West Garo Hills
Rongkagre is a village situated in the Gambegre subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gambegre and around 19 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongkagre is 274197. The village falls under the 794005 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Gambegre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongkagre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongkagre village had a total population of 94 people, including 57 males and 37 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 649 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.53%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 80.65%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 94.
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 | 94 | 57 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 94 | 57 | 37 |
| Literate Population | 65 | 40 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 17 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Rongkagre
Rongkagre 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 Rongkagre
Rongkagre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rongkagre is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongkagre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongkagre 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongkagre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongkagre 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongkagre
Where is Rongkagre located?
Rongkagre village is located in Gambegre Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongkagre?
The pincode of Rongkagre is 794005.
What is the population of Rongkagre?
Rongkagre had a total population of 94, including 57 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Rongkagre?
Rongkagre had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongkagre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongkagre was 85.53%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 80.65%.