Gyalsing - Gyalshing
Gyalsing is a village situated in the Gyalshing subdivision of Gyalshing district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 1 km from Gyalshing and around 1 km from Gyalshing . Gyalshing Omchung serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gyalsing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gyalsing is 261015. The village covers a total geographical area of 289.51 hectares and falls under the 737111 pincode. Gyalshing is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Gyalsing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yangthang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gyalsing
As per Census 2011, Gyalsing village has a total population of 1,368 people, consisting of 687 males and 681 females. The village has 291 households and a sex ratio of 991 females per 1,000 males. There are 202 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 856 literate and 512 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 105 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gyalsing are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,368 | 687 | 681 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 202 | 101 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 30 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 105 | 57 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 856 | 464 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 512 | 223 | 289 |
Nearby Villages of Gyalsing
Gyalsing is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gyalsing
Public transport in the Gyalsing is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gyalshing to Gyalsing is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gyalsing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gyalsing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gyalsing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gyalsing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gyalsing
Where is Gyalsing located?
Gyalsing village is located in Gyalshing Subdivision, Gyalshing district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gyalsing?
The Gram Panchayat of Gyalsing is Gyalshing Omchung.
What is the pincode of Gyalsing?
The pincode of Gyalsing is 737111.
What is the population of Gyalsing?
Gyalsing has a total population of 1,368, including 687 males and 681 females.
How many households are there in Gyalsing?
There are 291 households in Gyalsing.
What is the literacy rate in Gyalsing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gyalsing is 62.57%. Male literacy is 67.54% and female literacy is 57.56%.