Khamdong
About Khamdong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Khamdong village is 261268. Khamdong village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 45km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Khamdong village. As per 2009 stats, Khamdong village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 278.39 hectares. Khamdong has a total population of 1,669 peoples, out of which male population is 896 while female population is 773. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 862 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of khamdong village is 73.70% out of which 79.80% males and 66.62% females are literate. There are about 424 houses in khamdong village. Pincode of khamdong village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Khamdong 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, Khamdong village comes under Khamdong-singtam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to khamdong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Khamdong
The population details of Khamdong 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 | 1,669 | 896 | 773 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 176 | 97 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 518 | 275 | 243 |
| Literate Population | 1,230 | 715 | 515 |
| Illiterate Population | 439 | 181 | 258 |
Connectivity of Khamdong
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Khamdong
Where is Khamdong located?
Khamdong village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Khamdong?
Khamdong serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Khamdong?
The pincode of Khamdong is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Khamdong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Khamdong is 1,669, with 896 males and 773 females.
How many households are there in Khamdong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Khamdong village has a total of 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Khamdong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Khamdong is 73.70%. The male literacy rate is 79.80%, while the female literacy rate is 66.62%.