Gangchung
About Gangchung
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangchung village is 261180. Gangchung village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 19km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gangchung village. As per 2009 stats, Temi is the gram panchayat of Gangchung village.
The total geographical area of village is 74.91 hectares. Gangchung has a total population of 546 peoples, out of which male population is 286 while female population is 260. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 909 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangchung village is 66.30% out of which 74.13% males and 57.69% females are literate. There are about 131 houses in gangchung village. Pincode of gangchung village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Gangchung 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, Gangchung village comes under Temi-namphing Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to gangchung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Gangchung
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 546 | 286 | 260 |
| Literate Population | 362 | 212 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 74 | 110 |
Connectivity of Gangchung
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangchung
Where is Gangchung located?
Gangchung village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangchung?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangchung is Temi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangchung?
The pincode of Gangchung is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangchung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangchung is 546, with 286 males and 260 females.
How many households are there in Gangchung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangchung village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangchung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangchung is 66.30%. The male literacy rate is 74.13%, while the female literacy rate is 57.69%.