Tung
About Tung
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tung village is 260929. Tung village is located in Chungthang subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Chungthang (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Mangan. As per 2009 stats, Toong Naga is the gram panchayat of Tung village.
The total geographical area of village is 325.38 hectares. Tung has a total population of 237 peoples, out of which male population is 122 while female population is 115. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 942 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tung village is 52.32% out of which 62.30% males and 41.74% females are literate. There are about 57 houses in tung village. Pincode of tung village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Tung village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Tung village comes under Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Mangan is nearest town to tung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Tung
The population details of Tung cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 153 | 81 | 72 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 76 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 46 | 67 |
Connectivity of Tung
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tung
Where is Tung located?
Tung village is situated in Chungthang Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tung?
The Gram Panchayat of Tung is Toong Naga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tung?
The pincode of Tung is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tung is 237, with 122 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Tung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tung village has a total of 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tung is 52.32%. The male literacy rate is 62.30%, while the female literacy rate is 41.74%.