Phodong
About Phodong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Phodong village is 260966. Phodong village is located in Mangan subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 30km away from Mangan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Phodong village. As per 2009 stats, Rongong Tumlong is the gram panchayat of Phodong village.
The total geographical area of village is 392.35 hectares. Phodong has a total population of 821 peoples, out of which male population is 416 while female population is 405. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 973 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of phodong village is 80.39% out of which 81.49% males and 79.26% females are literate. There are about 142 houses in phodong village. Pincode of phodong village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Phodong 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, Phodong village comes under Kabi lungchuk Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Mangan is nearest town to phodong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Phodong
The population details of Phodong 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 | 821 | 416 | 405 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 587 | 285 | 302 |
| Literate Population | 660 | 339 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 161 | 77 | 84 |
Connectivity of Phodong
| 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 Phodong
Where is Phodong located?
Phodong village is situated in Mangan Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phodong?
The Gram Panchayat of Phodong is Rongong Tumlong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Phodong?
The pincode of Phodong is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Phodong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phodong is 821, with 416 males and 405 females.
How many households are there in Phodong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phodong village has a total of 142 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phodong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phodong is 80.39%. The male literacy rate is 81.49%, while the female literacy rate is 79.26%.