Sangtok

Sangtok is a village located in Mangan subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 19km away from Mangan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sangtok village. As per 2009 stats, Lum Gor Sangtok is the gram panchayat of Sangtok village.

Sangtok 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 Sangtok

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sangtok is 260947. The village spans a total geographical area of 858.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737111. Mangan is nearest town to Sangtok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.

When it comes to local governance, Sangtok 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 Kabi lungchuk 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.

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Population of Sangtok

Below is a concise population overview of Sangtok as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 639 326 313
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 92 47 45
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 583 298 285
Literate Population 437 245 192
Illiterate Population 202 81 121

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sangtok village:

  • The total population of Sangtok village is around 639, including approximately 326 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 960 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Sangtok village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Sangtok village has 583 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Sangtok village is about 68.39%, with male literacy at 75.15% and female literacy at 61.34%.
  • There are around 128 households in Sangtok village.

Connectivity of Sangtok

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sangtok. As per the 2011 stats, Sangtok had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Sangtok

Knowing the nearby villages of Sangtok helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sangtok.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sangtok

Where is Sangtok located?
Sangtok village is situated in Mangan Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangtok?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangtok is Lum Gor Sangtok (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sangtok?
The pincode of Sangtok is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sangtok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sangtok is 639, with 326 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Sangtok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sangtok village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangtok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sangtok is 68.39%. The male literacy rate is 75.15%, while the female literacy rate is 61.34%.