Damthang
About Damthang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Damthang village is 261109. Damthang village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 13km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Damthang village. As per 2009 stats, Damthang village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 292.77 hectares. Damthang has a total population of 608 peoples, out of which male population is 331 while female population is 277. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 836 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of damthang village is 74.34% out of which 75.83% males and 72.56% females are literate. There are about 126 houses in damthang village. Pincode of damthang village locality is 737126.
When it comes to administration, Damthang 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, Damthang village comes under Poklok-kamrang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to damthang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Damthang
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 608 | 331 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 452 | 251 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 80 | 76 |
Connectivity of Damthang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Damthang
Where is Damthang located?
Damthang village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damthang?
Damthang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Damthang?
The pincode of Damthang is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Damthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Damthang is 608, with 331 males and 277 females.
How many households are there in Damthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Damthang village has a total of 126 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damthang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Damthang is 74.34%. The male literacy rate is 75.83%, while the female literacy rate is 72.56%.