Chungthang
Chungthang is a village located in Chungthang subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 30km away from district headquarter Chungthang. Chungthang is the sub-district headquarter of Chungthang village. As per 2009 stats, Chungthang village is also a gram panchayat.
Chungthang has its own place in the vibrant North District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chungthang
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chungthang is 260927. The village spans a total geographical area of 2676.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737111. Mangan is nearest town to Chungthang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chungthang village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chungthang
Population of Chungthang
Below is a concise population overview of Chungthang as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,970 | 2,684 | 1,286 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 201 | 165 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 72 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,594 | 842 | 752 |
| Literate Population | 3,096 | 2,262 | 834 |
| Illiterate Population | 874 | 422 | 452 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chungthang village:
- The total population of Chungthang village is around 3,970, including approximately 2,684 males and 1,286 females, with a sex ratio of 479 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 366 children aged 0–6 years in Chungthang village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chungthang village has 118 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,594 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chungthang village is about 77.98%, with male literacy at 84.28% and female literacy at 64.85%.
- There are around 839 households in Chungthang village.
Connectivity of Chungthang
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chungthang. As per the 2011 stats, Chungthang had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chungthang
Knowing the nearby villages of Chungthang helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chungthang.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chungthang
- Where is Chungthang located?
- Chungthang village is situated in Chungthang Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chungthang?
- Chungthang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chungthang?
- The pincode of Chungthang is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chungthang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chungthang is 3,970, with 2,684 males and 1,286 females.
- How many households are there in Chungthang as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chungthang village has a total of 839 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chungthang as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chungthang is 77.98%. The male literacy rate is 84.28%, while the female literacy rate is 64.85%.