Rengma Apal - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Rengma Apal is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 72 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rengma Apal is 272914. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Rengma Apal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rengma Apal
As per Census 2011, Rengma Apal village has a total population of 135 people, consisting of 67 males and 68 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,014 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 60 literate and 75 illiterate residents. Additionally, 134 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rengma Apal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 29 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Rengma Apal
Rengma Apal 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 Rengma Apal
Rengma Apal 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 <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Tura to Rengma Apal is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rengma Apal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rengma Apal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rengma Apal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rengma Apal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rengma Apal
Where is Rengma Apal located?
Rengma Apal village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rengma Apal?
The pincode of Rengma Apal is 794104.
What is the population of Rengma Apal?
Rengma Apal has a total population of 135, including 67 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Rengma Apal?
There are 32 households in Rengma Apal.
What is the literacy rate in Rengma Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengma Apal is 44.44%. Male literacy is 56.72% and female literacy is 32.35%.