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.
Rongkhongre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangsakona Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongkhongre
As per Census 2011, Rongkhongre village has a total population of 245 people, consisting of 120 males and 125 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 33 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 242 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongkhongre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 245 | 120 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 14 | 19 |
| 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 has a total population of 245, including 120 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Rongkhongre?
There are 46 households in Rongkhongre.
What is the literacy rate in Rongkhongre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongkhongre is 75.92%. Male literacy is 84.17% and female literacy is 68.00%.