Lossing Village - Pakyong
Lossing is a village situated in the Pakyong subdivision of Pakyong district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 9 km from Pakyong and around 39 km from Gangtok. Chalamthang Pacheykhani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lossing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lossing is 261341. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.01 hectares and falls under the 737106 pincode. Rangpo is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Lossing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rhenock Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lossing
As per Census 2011, Lossing village has a total population of 445 people, consisting of 216 males and 229 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 66 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lossing are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 445 | 216 | 229 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 143 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 73 | 106 |
Nearby Villages of Lossing
Lossing is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Lossing
Lossing 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 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 Rangpo to Lossing is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gangtok to Lossing is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lossing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lossing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Lossing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lossing village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lossing
Where is Lossing located?
Lossing village is located in Pakyong Subdivision, Pakyong district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lossing?
The Gram Panchayat of Lossing is Chalamthang Pacheykhani.
What is the pincode of Lossing?
The pincode of Lossing is 737106.
What is the population of Lossing?
Lossing has a total population of 445, including 216 males and 229 females.
How many households are there in Lossing?
There are 92 households in Lossing.
What is the literacy rate in Lossing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lossing is 59.78%. Male literacy is 66.20% and female literacy is 53.71%.