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
According to the 2011 Census, Rongsai village had a total population of 287 people, including 142 males and 145 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,021 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.58%, with male literacy at 97.46% and female literacy at 91.80%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 286.
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 | 287 | 142 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 287, including 142 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Rongsai?
Rongsai had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rongsai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rongsai was 94.58%. Male literacy was 97.46% and female literacy was 91.80%.