Tathangchen
Tathangchen is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 4km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tathangchen village. As per 2009 stats, Rongay Tathangchen is the gram panchayat of Tathangchen village.
Tathangchen has its own place in the vibrant East District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Tathangchen
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tathangchen is 261308. The village spans a total geographical area of 521.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737101. Gangtok is nearest town to Tathangchen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tathangchen 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 Tathangchen
Population of Tathangchen
Below is a concise population overview of Tathangchen as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 936 | 480 | 456 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 48 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 554 | 275 | 279 |
| Literate Population | 709 | 389 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 91 | 136 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tathangchen village:
- The total population of Tathangchen village is around 936, including approximately 480 males and 456 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Tathangchen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tathangchen village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 554 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tathangchen village is about 75.75%, with male literacy at 81.04% and female literacy at 70.18%.
- There are around 209 households in Tathangchen village.
Connectivity of Tathangchen
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tathangchen. As per the 2011 stats, Tathangchen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Tathangchen
Knowing the nearby villages of Tathangchen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tathangchen.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tathangchen
- Where is Tathangchen located?
- Tathangchen village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tathangchen?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tathangchen 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 Tathangchen?
- The pincode of Tathangchen is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tathangchen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tathangchen is 936, with 480 males and 456 females.
- How many households are there in Tathangchen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tathangchen village has a total of 209 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tathangchen as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tathangchen is 75.75%. The male literacy rate is 81.04%, while the female literacy rate is 70.18%.