Rongjigre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Rongjigre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongjigre is 273505. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
Rongjigre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the North tura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongjigre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongjigre village had a total population of 75 people, including 35 males and 40 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.95%, with male literacy at 82.14% and female literacy at 75.86%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 75.
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 | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 75 | 35 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 12 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Rongjigre
Rongjigre 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 Rongjigre
Rongjigre is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rongjigre is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongjigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongjigre 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongjigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongjigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rongjigre
Where is Rongjigre located?
Rongjigre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongjigre?
The pincode of Rongjigre is 794002.
What is the population of Rongjigre?
Rongjigre had a total population of 75, including 35 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Rongjigre?
Rongjigre had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongjigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongjigre was 78.95%. Male literacy was 82.14% and female literacy was 75.86%.