Chungthang
Chungthang is a Town and Subdivision in North District District of Sikkim. In India, a subdivision is a sub-division of a district that is responsible for the administration and revenue collection of a particular area within the district. It is an important part of the local governance structure, and plays a crucial role in the development and administration of its local community.
According to census 2011 information the sub-district code of Chungthang Block (CD) is 01547. Total area of chungthang subdivision is 3,285 km². Chungthang subdivision has a population of 10,038 peoples. Chungthang subdivision has a population density of 3 inhabitants per square kilometre. There are about 1,926 houses in the sub-district. When it comes to literacy, 73.71% population of chungthang subdivision is literate, out of which 82.05% males and 55.09% females are literate.
List of Villages in Chungthang Subdivision
Chungthang Subdivision has a total of 9 villages, each with its own identity, gram panchayat, and local lifestyle. These villages form the real backbone of the region, where everyday life is rooted in agriculture, tradition, and community ties. The list below shows all villages in Chungthang Subdivision, along with their respective gram panchayat and nearest town.
| # | Village Name | Gram Panchayat | Nearest Town |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chungthang | Chungthang | Mangan (30 km) |
| 2 | Lachen | Lachen Dzumsa | Mangan (59 km) |
| 3 | Lachen Forest Block | Lachen Dzumsa | Mangan (62 km) |
| 4 | Lachung | Lachung Dzumsa | Mangan (53 km) |
| 5 | Lachung Forest Block | Lachung Dzumsa | Mangan (58 km) |
| 6 | Shipgyer | Shipgyer | Mangan (30 km) |
| 7 | Thangu Forest Block | Lachen Dzumsa | Mangan (70 km) |
| 8 | Tshungthang Forest Block | Chalamthang Pacheykhani | Mangan (32 km) |
| 9 | Tung | Toong Naga | Mangan (22 km) |
Population of Chungthang Subdivision
The population profile of Chungthang Subdivision offers a deeper understanding of how people are settled across its rural and urban parts. The following sections provide key insights into total population, household distribution, literacy, and age demographics — data that plays a vital role in planning development work and allocating public resources effectively.
Basic Population Details
This section offers a snapshot of Chungthang's population composition, including male-female ratio, child population, and how literacy levels vary between villages and towns.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,038 | 10,038 | N/A |
| Male Population | 6,932 | 6,932 | N/A |
| Female Population | 3,106 | 3,106 | N/A |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 719 | 719 | N/A |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 393 | 393 | N/A |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 326 | 326 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 7,399 | 7,399 | N/A |
| Literate Male Population | 5,688 | 5,688 | N/A |
| Literate Female Population | 1,711 | 1,711 | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | 2,639 | 2,639 | N/A |
| Illiterate Male Population | 1,244 | 1,244 | N/A |
| Illiterate Female Population | 1,395 | 1,395 | N/A |
| Total Households | 1,926 | 1,926 | N/A |
Social Structure and Density
This section gives a clear view of the social makeup of Chungthang Subdivision , highlighting how Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) are spread across both rural and urban areas. It also includes population density data, which helps us understand how closely people live together in different parts of the tehsil.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 183 | 183 | N/A |
| SC Male Population | 113 | 113 | N/A |
| SC Female Population | 70 | 70 | N/A |
| Total ST Population | 4,484 | 4,484 | N/A |
| ST Male Population | 2,395 | 2,395 | N/A |
| ST Female Population | 2,089 | 2,089 | N/A |
| Population Density | 3 / km² | 3 / km² | N/A |