Rongkhongre - Rongram, West Garo Hills
Rongkhongre is a village situated in the Rongram subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rongram and around 8 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongkhongre is 273587. The village falls under the 794002 pincode.
For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongkhongre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongkhongre village had a total population of 245 people, including 120 males and 125 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.74%, with male literacy at 95.28% and female literacy at 80.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 242.
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 | 245 | 120 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 242 | 120 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 101 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 19 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Rongkhongre
Rongkhongre 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 Rongkhongre
Rongkhongre 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Rongkhongre is about 8 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongkhongre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongkhongre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rongkhongre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongkhongre 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rongkhongre
Where is Rongkhongre located?
Rongkhongre village is located in Rongram Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongkhongre?
The pincode of Rongkhongre is 794002.
What is the population of Rongkhongre?
Rongkhongre had a total population of 245, including 120 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Rongkhongre?
Rongkhongre had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongkhongre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongkhongre was 87.74%. Male literacy was 95.28% and female literacy was 80.19%.