Byang
About Byang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Byang village is 261275. Byang village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 38km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Byang village. As per 2009 stats, Byeng Phegyong is the gram panchayat of Byang village.
The total geographical area of village is 204.79 hectares. Byang has a total population of 495 peoples, out of which male population is 253 while female population is 242. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 956 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of byang village is 64.85% out of which 66.40% males and 63.22% females are literate. There are about 92 houses in byang village. Pincode of byang village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Byang village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Byang village comes under Martam-rumtek Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to byang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Byang
The population details of Byang cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 495 | 253 | 242 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 271 | 145 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 168 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 174 | 85 | 89 |
Connectivity of Byang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Byang
Where is Byang located?
Byang village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Byang?
The Gram Panchayat of Byang is Byeng Phegyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Byang?
The pincode of Byang is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Byang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Byang is 495, with 253 males and 242 females.
How many households are there in Byang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Byang village has a total of 92 households.
What is the literacy rate in Byang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Byang is 64.85%. The male literacy rate is 66.40%, while the female literacy rate is 63.22%.