Legship - Ravangla, Namchi
Legship is a village situated in the Ravangla subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 25 km from Ravong and around 51 km from Namchi. Legship village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Legship is 261218. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.33 hectares and falls under the 737126 pincode. Gyalshing is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Legship village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Legship
As per Census 2011, Legship village has a total population of 2,302 people, consisting of 1,180 males and 1,122 females. The village has 595 households and a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males. There are 279 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,686 literate and 616 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 345 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Legship are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,302 | 1,180 | 1,122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 279 | 142 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 345 | 163 | 182 |
| Literate Population | 1,686 | 917 | 769 |
| Illiterate Population | 616 | 263 | 353 |
Nearby Villages of Legship
Legship 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 Legship
Legship 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 5-10 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 Legship is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Namchi to Legship is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Legship
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Legship village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Legship
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Legship 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Legship
Where is Legship located?
Legship village is located in Ravangla Subdivision, Namchi district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Legship?
Legship is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Legship?
The pincode of Legship is 737126.
What is the population of Legship?
Legship has a total population of 2,302, including 1,180 males and 1,122 females.
How many households are there in Legship?
There are 595 households in Legship.
What is the literacy rate in Legship?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Legship is 73.24%. Male literacy is 77.71% and female literacy is 68.54%.