Longchok
About Longchok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Longchok village is 261145. Longchok village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 17km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Longchok village. As per 2009 stats, Lungchok Kamarey is the gram panchayat of Longchok village.
The total geographical area of village is 324.28 hectares. Longchok has a total population of 901 peoples, out of which male population is 444 while female population is 457. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1029 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of longchok village is 80.24% out of which 85.81% males and 74.84% females are literate. There are about 193 houses in longchok village. Pincode of longchok village locality is 737128.
When it comes to administration, Longchok 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, Longchok village comes under Melli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to longchok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Longchok
The population details of Longchok cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 901 | 444 | 457 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1 | 1 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 723 | 381 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 63 | 115 |
Connectivity of Longchok
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 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 Longchok
Where is Longchok located?
Longchok village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longchok?
The Gram Panchayat of Longchok is Lungchok Kamarey (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Longchok?
The pincode of Longchok is 737128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Longchok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Longchok is 901, with 444 males and 457 females.
How many households are there in Longchok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Longchok village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longchok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Longchok is 80.24%. The male literacy rate is 85.81%, while the female literacy rate is 74.84%.