Hingdam - Ravangla, Namchi
Hingdam is a village situated in the Ravangla subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 11 km from Ravong and around 37 km from Namchi. Lamting Tingmo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hingdam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hingdam is 261219. The village covers a total geographical area of 189.9 hectares and falls under the 737126 pincode. Gyalshing is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Hingdam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sabhapati serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Barfung Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Hingdam
According to the 2011 Census, Hingdam village had a total population of 360 people, including 188 males and 172 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 915 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.74%, with male literacy at 77.63% and female literacy at 69.66%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 205.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 188 | 172 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 36 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 205 | 102 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 118 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 141 | 70 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Hingdam
Hingdam 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 Hingdam
Hingdam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Hingdam is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Namchi to Hingdam is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hingdam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hingdam 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Hingdam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hingdam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hingdam
Where is Hingdam located?
Hingdam village is located in Ravangla Subdivision, Namchi district, Sikkim, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Hingdam?
The Gram Panchayat of Hingdam is Lamting Tingmo.
What is the pincode of Hingdam?
The pincode of Hingdam is 737126.
What is the population of Hingdam?
Hingdam had a total population of 360, including 188 males and 172 females.
How many households are there in Hingdam?
Hingdam had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hingdam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hingdam was 73.74%. Male literacy was 77.63% and female literacy was 69.66%.