Yangtam
About Yangtam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Yangtam village is 261329. Yangtam village is located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Aho Yangtam is the gram panchayat of Yangtam village.
The total geographical area of village is 66.52 hectares. Yangtam has a total population of 420 peoples, out of which male population is 213 while female population is 207. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 971 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of yangtam village is 67.86% out of which 73.71% males and 61.84% females are literate. There are about 89 houses in yangtam village. Pincode of yangtam village locality is 737135.
When it comes to administration, Yangtam 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, Yangtam village comes under Namcheybung Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to yangtam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Yangtam
The population details of Yangtam 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 | 420 | 213 | 207 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 60 | 29 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 20 | 8 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 137 | 63 | 74 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 157 | 128 |
| Illiterate Population | 135 | 56 | 79 |
Connectivity of Yangtam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Yangtam
Where is Yangtam located?
Yangtam village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yangtam?
The Gram Panchayat of Yangtam is Aho Yangtam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Yangtam?
The pincode of Yangtam is 737135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Yangtam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yangtam is 420, with 213 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Yangtam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Yangtam village has a total of 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yangtam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yangtam is 67.86%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 61.84%.