Rongsai - Tikrikilla, West Garo Hills
Rongsai is a village situated in the Tikrikilla subdivision of West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tikrikilla and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Tura.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rongsai is 273286. The village falls under the 794109 pincode.
Rongsai 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 Rongsai
As per Census 2011, Rongsai village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 142 males and 145 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,021 females per 1,000 males. There are 47 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 286 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rongsai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 142 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 141 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 115 | 112 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 27 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Rongsai
Rongsai 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 Rongsai
Public transport in the Rongsai is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Rongsai is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rongsai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rongsai 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rongsai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rongsai 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 Rongsai
Where is Rongsai located?
Rongsai village is located in Tikrikilla Subdivision, West Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Rongsai?
The pincode of Rongsai is 794109.
What is the population of Rongsai?
Rongsai has a total population of 287, including 142 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Rongsai?
There are 56 households in Rongsai.
What is the literacy rate in Rongsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongsai is 79.09%. Male literacy is 80.99% and female literacy is 77.24%.