Rongchigre - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Rongchigre is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongchigre is 272992. The village falls under the 794105 pincode.
Rongchigre 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 Rongchigre
As per Census 2011, Rongchigre village has a total population of 84 people, consisting of 40 males and 44 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 1,100 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 37 literate and 47 illiterate residents. Additionally, 78 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongchigre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 78 | 39 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 21 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Rongchigre
Rongchigre 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 Rongchigre
Public transport in the Rongchigre is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rongchigre is about 32 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 Rongchigre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongchigre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongchigre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongchigre village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rongchigre
Where is Rongchigre located?
Rongchigre village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongchigre?
The pincode of Rongchigre is 794105.
What is the population of Rongchigre?
Rongchigre has a total population of 84, including 40 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Rongchigre?
There are 19 households in Rongchigre.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchigre is 44.05%. Male literacy is 47.50% and female literacy is 40.91%.