Lingdok

Lingdok is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 18km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Lingdok village. As per 2009 stats, Lingdok Nampong is the gram panchayat of Lingdok village.

Lingdok has its own place in the vibrant East District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Lingdok

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lingdok is 261301. The village spans a total geographical area of 310.65 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737101. Gangtok is nearest town to Lingdok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

When it comes to local governance, Lingdok village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Djongu Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Lingdok

Below is a concise population overview of Lingdok as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 896 469 427
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 87 45 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 16 7 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 324 166 158
Literate Population 688 387 301
Illiterate Population 208 82 126

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lingdok village:

  • The total population of Lingdok village is around 896, including approximately 469 males and 427 females, with a sex ratio of 910 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 87 children aged 0–6 years in Lingdok village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Lingdok village has 16 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 324 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Lingdok village is about 76.79%, with male literacy at 82.52% and female literacy at 70.49%.
  • There are around 182 households in Lingdok village.

Connectivity of Lingdok

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lingdok. As per the 2011 stats, Lingdok had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Lingdok

Knowing the nearby villages of Lingdok helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lingdok.

Frequently Asked Questions about Lingdok

Where is Lingdok located?
Lingdok village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingdok?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingdok is Lingdok Nampong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lingdok?
The pincode of Lingdok is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lingdok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lingdok is 896, with 469 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Lingdok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lingdok village has a total of 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingdok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lingdok is 76.79%. The male literacy rate is 82.52%, while the female literacy rate is 70.49%.