Lingtam
About Lingtam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lingtam village is 261359. Lingtam village is located in Rongli subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Rongli (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Lingtam Phadamchen is the gram panchayat of Lingtam village.
The total geographical area of village is 654.36 hectares. Lingtam has a total population of 1,347 peoples, out of which male population is 696 while female population is 651. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lingtam village is 67.26% out of which 74.14% males and 59.91% females are literate. There are about 301 houses in lingtam village. Pincode of lingtam village locality is 737131.
When it comes to administration, Lingtam 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, Lingtam village comes under Chujachen Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Rangpo is nearest town to lingtam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Lingtam
The population details of Lingtam 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 | 1,347 | 696 | 651 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 130 | 68 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 856 | 445 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 906 | 516 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 441 | 180 | 261 |
Connectivity of Lingtam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 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 Lingtam
Where is Lingtam located?
Lingtam village is situated in Rongli Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingtam?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingtam is Lingtam Phadamchen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lingtam?
The pincode of Lingtam is 737131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lingtam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lingtam is 1,347, with 696 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Lingtam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lingtam village has a total of 301 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingtam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lingtam is 67.26%. The male literacy rate is 74.14%, while the female literacy rate is 59.91%.