Namgeythang
About Namgeythang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Namgeythang village is 261274. Namgeythang 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 Namgeythang village. As per 2009 stats, Sirwani Chisopani is the gram panchayat of Namgeythang village.
The total geographical area of village is 184.64 hectares. Namgeythang has a total population of 451 peoples, out of which male population is 224 while female population is 227. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1013 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of namgeythang village is 65.63% out of which 71.43% males and 59.91% females are literate. There are about 83 houses in namgeythang village. Pincode of namgeythang village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Namgeythang 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, Namgeythang village comes under Khamdong-singtam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to namgeythang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Namgeythang
The population details of Namgeythang 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 | 451 | 224 | 227 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52 | 30 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 276 | 131 | 145 |
| Literate Population | 296 | 160 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 64 | 91 |
Connectivity of Namgeythang
| 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 Namgeythang
Where is Namgeythang located?
Namgeythang village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namgeythang?
The Gram Panchayat of Namgeythang is Sirwani Chisopani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Namgeythang?
The pincode of Namgeythang is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Namgeythang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Namgeythang is 451, with 224 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Namgeythang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Namgeythang village has a total of 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namgeythang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Namgeythang is 65.63%. The male literacy rate is 71.43%, while the female literacy rate is 59.91%.