Rongranggiri - Selsella, West Garo Hills
Rongranggiri is a village situated in the Selsella subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Selsella and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongranggiri is 273026. The village falls under the 794104 pincode.
Rongranggiri 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 Rongranggiri
According to the 2011 Census, Rongranggiri village had a total population of 400 people, including 200 males and 200 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 13.27%, with male literacy at 17.09% and female literacy at 9.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 395.
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 | 400 | 200 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 196 | 199 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 27 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 173 | 184 |
Nearby Villages of Rongranggiri
Rongranggiri 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 Rongranggiri
Rongranggiri 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rongranggiri is about 58 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongranggiri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongranggiri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongranggiri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongranggiri 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 Rongranggiri
Where is Rongranggiri located?
Rongranggiri village is located in Selsella Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongranggiri?
The pincode of Rongranggiri is 794104.
What is the population of Rongranggiri?
Rongranggiri had a total population of 400, including 200 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Rongranggiri?
Rongranggiri had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongranggiri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongranggiri was 13.27%. Male literacy was 17.09% and female literacy was 9.64%.