Mangan Forest Block - Mangan
Mangan Forest Block is a village situated in the Mangan subdivision of Mangan district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 8 km from Mangan and around 8 km from Mangan. Ringhim Nampatam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mangan Forest Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mangan Forest Block is 260977. The village covers a total geographical area of 7701.1 hectares and falls under the 737116 pincode. Mangan is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Mangan Forest Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mangan Forest Block
As per Census 2011, Mangan Forest Block village has a total population of 9 people. The village has 9 households. The village has 2 literate and 7 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mangan Forest Block are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9 | 9 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | - |
| Literate Population | 2 | 2 | - |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 7 | - |
Transport and Connectivity of Mangan Forest Block
Mangan Forest Block 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 Mangan to Mangan Forest Block is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mangan Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mangan Forest Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Mangan Forest Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mangan Forest Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Mangan Forest Block
Where is Mangan Forest Block located?
Mangan Forest Block village is located in Mangan Subdivision, Mangan district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mangan Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Mangan Forest Block is Ringhim Nampatam.
What is the pincode of Mangan Forest Block?
The pincode of Mangan Forest Block is 737116.
How many households are there in Mangan Forest Block?
There are 9 households in Mangan Forest Block.