Sumen
About Sumen
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sumen village is 261281. Sumen village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 20km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sumen village. As per 2009 stats, Sumin Lingzey is the gram panchayat of Sumen village.
The total geographical area of village is 480.43 hectares. Sumen has a total population of 1,305 peoples, out of which male population is 680 while female population is 625. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 919 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sumen village is 49.81% out of which 53.38% males and 45.92% females are literate. There are about 244 houses in sumen village. Pincode of sumen village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Sumen 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, Sumen village comes under Namcheybung Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to sumen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Sumen
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,305 | 680 | 625 |
| Literate Population | 650 | 363 | 287 |
| Illiterate Population | 655 | 317 | 338 |
Connectivity of Sumen
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sumen
Where is Sumen located?
Sumen village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sumen?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumen is Sumin Lingzey (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sumen?
The pincode of Sumen is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sumen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sumen is 1,305, with 680 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Sumen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sumen village has a total of 244 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sumen is 49.81%. The male literacy rate is 53.38%, while the female literacy rate is 45.92%.