Suldung - Mangalbarey, Soreng
Suldung is a village situated in the Mangalbarey subdivision of Soreng district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 32 km from Soreng and around 30 km from Gyalshing . Suldung Kamling serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suldung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suldung is 261067. The village covers a total geographical area of 245.53 hectares and falls under the 737121 pincode. Naya Bazar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Suldung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rinchenpong Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Suldung
As per Census 2011, Suldung village has a total population of 754 people, consisting of 378 males and 376 females. The village has 143 households and a sex ratio of 994 females per 1,000 males. There are 92 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 421 literate and 333 illiterate residents. Additionally, 34 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 42 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Suldung are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 754 | 378 | 376 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 47 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 19 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 218 | 203 |
| Illiterate Population | 333 | 160 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Suldung
Suldung is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kamling | South | 1.23 km |
| Chuchen | West | 2.17 km |
| Chumlok | East | 2.24 km |
| Jeel | North-West | 2.86 km |
| Omchu | North-East | 3.07 km |
| Mabong | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Kamrang | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Sanghanath | North | 3.84 km |
| Sangadorji | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Segeng | South-West | 4.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suldung
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Suldung. The nearest railway station is Darjeeling, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Naya Bazar to Suldung is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gyalshing to Suldung is about 30 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 Suldung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suldung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Suldung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suldung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Suldung
Where is Suldung located?
Suldung village is located in Mangalbarey Subdivision, Soreng district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suldung?
The Gram Panchayat of Suldung is Suldung Kamling.
What is the pincode of Suldung?
The pincode of Suldung is 737121.
What is the population of Suldung?
Suldung has a total population of 754, including 378 males and 376 females.
How many households are there in Suldung?
There are 143 households in Suldung.
What is the literacy rate in Suldung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Suldung is 55.84%. Male literacy is 57.67% and female literacy is 53.99%.