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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rengma Apal
According to the 2011 Census, Rengma Apal village had a total population of 135 people, including 67 males and 68 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.17%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 37.93%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 134.
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 | 135 | 67 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 135, including 67 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Rengma Apal?
Rengma Apal had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rengma Apal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rengma Apal was 52.17%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 37.93%.