Penlong
About Penlong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Penlong village is 261304. Penlong village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 8km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Penlong village. As per 2009 stats, Navey Shotak is the gram panchayat of Penlong village.
The total geographical area of village is 182.41 hectares. Penlong has a total population of 1,022 peoples, out of which male population is 521 while female population is 501. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of penlong village is 81.12% out of which 85.22% males and 76.85% females are literate. There are about 237 houses in penlong village. Pincode of penlong village locality is 737101.
When it comes to administration, Penlong 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, Penlong village comes under Kabi lungchuk Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to penlong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Penlong
The population details of Penlong 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 | 1,022 | 521 | 501 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 90 | 42 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 527 | 257 | 270 |
| Literate Population | 829 | 444 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 77 | 116 |
Connectivity of Penlong
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Penlong
Where is Penlong located?
Penlong village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Penlong?
The Gram Panchayat of Penlong is Navey Shotak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Penlong?
The pincode of Penlong is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Penlong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Penlong is 1,022, with 521 males and 501 females.
How many households are there in Penlong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Penlong village has a total of 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Penlong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Penlong is 81.12%. The male literacy rate is 85.22%, while the female literacy rate is 76.85%.