North Regu - Rongli, Pakyong
North Regu is a village situated in the Rongli subdivision of Pakyong district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 6 km from Rongli and around 66 km from Gangtok. Regoh serves as the Gram Panchayat for North Regu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of North Regu is 261364. The village covers a total geographical area of 1506.16 hectares and falls under the 737131 pincode. Rangpo is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
North Regu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chujachen Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of North Regu
As per Census 2011, North Regu village has a total population of 1,308 people, consisting of 691 males and 617 females. The village has 258 households and a sex ratio of 892 females per 1,000 males. There are 147 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 620 literate and 688 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 273 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for North Regu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,308 | 691 | 617 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 147 | 80 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 273 | 140 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 347 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 688 | 344 | 344 |
Nearby Villages of North Regu
North Regu 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 North Regu
North Regu 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 Rangpo to North Regu is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gangtok to North Regu is about 66 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in North Regu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for North Regu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in North Regu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving North Regu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about North Regu
Where is North Regu located?
North Regu village is located in Rongli Subdivision, Pakyong district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of North Regu?
The Gram Panchayat of North Regu is Regoh.
What is the pincode of North Regu?
The pincode of North Regu is 737131.
What is the population of North Regu?
North Regu has a total population of 1,308, including 691 males and 617 females.
How many households are there in North Regu?
There are 258 households in North Regu.
What is the literacy rate in North Regu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of North Regu is 47.40%. Male literacy is 50.22% and female literacy is 44.25%.