Gagyong - Yangang, Namchi

Gagyong is a village situated in the Yangang subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 16 km from Ravong and around 42 km from Namchi. Sripatam Gagyong serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagyong village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagyong is 261241. The village covers a total geographical area of 270.61 hectares and falls under the 737126 pincode. Singtam is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.

Gagyong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sabhapati serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangang-yangang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Gagyong

According to the 2011 Census, Gagyong village had a total population of 1,873 people, including 968 males and 905 females, living in 378 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.70%, with male literacy at 91.59% and female literacy at 81.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 706.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Gagyong

Gagyong is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:

Transport and Connectivity of Gagyong

Gagyong is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Darjeeling, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.6 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Singtam to Gagyong is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Namchi to Gagyong is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Gagyong

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagyong village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Gagyong

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagyong village are given below:

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