Phengyong

Phengyong is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 34km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Phengyong village. As per 2009 stats, Byeng Phegyong is the gram panchayat of Phengyong village.

Here you can discover what makes Phengyong unique in its vibrant Gangtok-East District region. You’ll see Phengyong’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Phengyong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Phengyong is 261276. The village spans a total geographical area of 274.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737134. Singtam is nearest town to Phengyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Phengyong 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 Martam-rumtek 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 Phengyong

According to the 2011 Census, Phengyong has a total population of about 1,256, with approximately 647 males and 609 females. The sex ratio is around 941 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 108 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 22 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 443. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.40%, with male literacy at about 80.83% and female literacy near 69.62%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Phengyong's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,256 647 609
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 108 63 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) 22 14 8
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 443 242 201
Literate Population 947 523 424
Illiterate Population 309 124 185

Connectivity of Phengyong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Phengyong. As per the 2011 stats, Phengyong 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 Phengyong

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Phengyong

Where is Phengyong located?
Phengyong village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phengyong?
The Gram Panchayat of Phengyong is Byeng Phegyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Phengyong?
The pincode of Phengyong is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Phengyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phengyong is 1,256, with 647 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Phengyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phengyong village has a total of 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phengyong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phengyong is 75.40%. The male literacy rate is 80.83%, while the female literacy rate is 69.62%.