Mangthang

Mangthang is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 25km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Mangthang village. As per 2009 stats, Sumin Lingzey is the gram panchayat of Mangthang village.

Mangthang 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 Mangthang

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mangthang is 261280. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737134. Singtam is nearest town to Mangthang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

When it comes to local governance, Mangthang 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 Namcheybung 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 Mangthang

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 575 306 269
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 58 31 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 156 84 72
Literate Population 386 213 173
Illiterate Population 189 93 96

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

  • The total population of Mangthang village is around 575, including approximately 306 males and 269 females, with a sex ratio of 879 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 58 children aged 0–6 years in Mangthang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Mangthang village has 156 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Mangthang village is about 67.13%, with male literacy at 69.61% and female literacy at 64.31%.
  • There are around 124 households in Mangthang village.

Connectivity of Mangthang

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Mangthang

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

Byang Phengyong Tirkutam Nazitam Martam Sumen Lingzey West Pendam Central Pendam Sajong Chuba

Frequently Asked Questions about Mangthang

Where is Mangthang located?
Mangthang village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangthang?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangthang is Sumin Lingzey (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mangthang?
The pincode of Mangthang is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mangthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mangthang is 575, with 306 males and 269 females.
How many households are there in Mangthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mangthang village has a total of 124 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mangthang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mangthang is 67.13%. The male literacy rate is 69.61%, while the female literacy rate is 64.31%.