Rongyek
Rongyek is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 10km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rongyek village. As per 2009 stats, Rongay Tathangchen is the gram panchayat of Rongyek village.
Here you can discover what makes Rongyek unique in its vibrant Gangtok-East District region. You’ll see Rongyek’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 Rongyek
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rongyek is 261307. The village spans a total geographical area of 326.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737101. Gangtok is nearest town to Rongyek village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Rongyek 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 Shyari 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.
Google Map of Rongyek
Population of Rongyek
According to the 2011 Census, Rongyek has a total population of about 3,169, with approximately 1,672 males and 1,497 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 302 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 79 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,695. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.12%, with male literacy at about 79.49% and female literacy near 68.14%. There are around 651 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rongyek's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,169 | 1,672 | 1,497 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 302 | 150 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 79 | 38 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,695 | 887 | 808 |
| Literate Population | 2,349 | 1,329 | 1,020 |
| Illiterate Population | 820 | 343 | 477 |
Connectivity of Rongyek
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rongyek. As per the 2011 stats, Rongyek 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 Rongyek
Knowing the nearby villages of Rongyek helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rongyek.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rongyek
- Where is Rongyek located?
- Rongyek village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rongyek?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rongyek is Rongay Tathangchen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rongyek?
- The pincode of Rongyek is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rongyek as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rongyek is 3,169, with 1,672 males and 1,497 females.
- How many households are there in Rongyek as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rongyek village has a total of 651 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rongyek as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rongyek is 74.12%. The male literacy rate is 79.49%, while the female literacy rate is 68.14%.