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.
For political representation, the village falls under the Selsella Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongchigre
According to the 2011 Census, Rongchigre village had a total population of 84 people, including 40 males and 44 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,100 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.33%, with male literacy at 54.29% and female literacy at 45.00%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 78.
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 | 84 | 40 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 84, including 40 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Rongchigre?
Rongchigre had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongchigre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongchigre was 49.33%. Male literacy was 54.29% and female literacy was 45.00%.