Rapdang
About Rapdang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rapdang village is 261273. Rapdang village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 36km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rapdang village. As per 2009 stats, Sirwani Chisopani is the gram panchayat of Rapdang village.
The total geographical area of village is 193.99 hectares. Rapdang has a total population of 424 peoples, out of which male population is 216 while female population is 208. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 962 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rapdang village is 72.41% out of which 81.48% males and 62.98% females are literate. There are about 72 houses in rapdang village. Pincode of rapdang village locality is 737106.
When it comes to administration, Rapdang 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, Rapdang village comes under Khamdong-singtam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to rapdang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Rapdang
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 424 | 216 | 208 |
| Literate Population | 307 | 176 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 40 | 77 |
Connectivity of Rapdang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Rapdang
Where is Rapdang located?
Rapdang village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rapdang?
The Gram Panchayat of Rapdang 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 Rapdang?
The pincode of Rapdang is 737106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rapdang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rapdang is 424, with 216 males and 208 females.
How many households are there in Rapdang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rapdang village has a total of 72 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rapdang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rapdang is 72.41%. The male literacy rate is 81.48%, while the female literacy rate is 62.98%.