Sakyong
About Sakyong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sakyong village is 261270. Sakyong village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 37km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sakyong village. As per 2009 stats, Sirwani Chisopani is the gram panchayat of Sakyong village.
The total geographical area of village is 220.39 hectares. Sakyong has a total population of 386 peoples, out of which male population is 189 while female population is 197. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1042 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sakyong village is 63.99% out of which 74.07% males and 54.31% females are literate. There are about 80 houses in sakyong village. Pincode of sakyong village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Sakyong 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, Sakyong village comes under Khamdong-singtam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to sakyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Sakyong
The population details of Sakyong 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 | 386 | 189 | 197 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 46 | 20 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 166 | 81 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 140 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 49 | 90 |
Connectivity of Sakyong
| 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 Sakyong
Where is Sakyong located?
Sakyong village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sakyong?
The Gram Panchayat of Sakyong 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 Sakyong?
The pincode of Sakyong is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sakyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakyong is 386, with 189 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Sakyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sakyong village has a total of 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sakyong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakyong is 63.99%. The male literacy rate is 74.07%, while the female literacy rate is 54.31%.