Sangtong
About Sangtong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sangtong village is 261295. Sangtong village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 18km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sangtong village. As per 2009 stats, Ranka is the gram panchayat of Sangtong village.
The total geographical area of village is 148.6 hectares. Sangtong has a total population of 822 peoples, out of which male population is 396 while female population is 426. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1075 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sangtong village is 68.37% out of which 72.47% males and 64.55% females are literate. There are about 168 houses in sangtong village. Pincode of sangtong village locality is 737101.
When it comes to administration, Sangtong 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, Sangtong village comes under Upper burtuk Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to sangtong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Sangtong
The population details of Sangtong 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 | 822 | 396 | 426 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 77 | 37 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 450 | 210 | 240 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 287 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 260 | 109 | 151 |
Connectivity of Sangtong
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sangtong
Where is Sangtong located?
Sangtong village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangtong?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangtong is Ranka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sangtong?
The pincode of Sangtong is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sangtong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sangtong is 822, with 396 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Sangtong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sangtong village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangtong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sangtong is 68.37%. The male literacy rate is 72.47%, while the female literacy rate is 64.55%.