Rongalgre - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Rongalgre is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongalgre is 273359. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Rongalgre village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Raksamgre Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rongalgre
As per Census 2011, Rongalgre village has a total population of 746 people, consisting of 364 males and 382 females. The village has 135 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 159 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 471 literate and 275 illiterate residents. Additionally, 743 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongalgre are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 746 | 364 | 382 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 743 | 363 | 380 |
| Literate Population | 471 | 255 | 216 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 109 | 166 |
Nearby Villages of Rongalgre
Rongalgre 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 Rongalgre
Rongalgre is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Rongalgre is about 75 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 Rongalgre
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongalgre village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rongalgre
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongalgre 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 Rongalgre
Where is Rongalgre located?
Rongalgre village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongalgre?
The pincode of Rongalgre is 794109.
What is the population of Rongalgre?
Rongalgre has a total population of 746, including 364 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Rongalgre?
There are 135 households in Rongalgre.
What is the literacy rate in Rongalgre?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongalgre is 63.14%. Male literacy is 70.05% and female literacy is 56.54%.