Paiyong
About Paiyong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Paiyong village is 261153. Paiyong village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 26km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Paiyong village. As per 2009 stats, Mellidara Paiyong is the gram panchayat of Paiyong village.
The total geographical area of village is 284.9 hectares. Paiyong has a total population of 1,054 peoples, out of which male population is 548 while female population is 506. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 923 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of paiyong village is 69.45% out of which 76.64% males and 61.66% females are literate. There are about 220 houses in paiyong village. Pincode of paiyong village locality is 737128.
When it comes to administration, Paiyong 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, Paiyong village comes under Melli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Rangpo is nearest town to paiyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Paiyong
The population details of Paiyong 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 | 1,054 | 548 | 506 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 106 | 58 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 192 | 103 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 732 | 420 | 312 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 128 | 194 |
Connectivity of Paiyong
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Paiyong
Where is Paiyong located?
Paiyong village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Paiyong?
The Gram Panchayat of Paiyong is Mellidara Paiyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Paiyong?
The pincode of Paiyong is 737128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paiyong is 1,054, with 548 males and 506 females.
How many households are there in Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Paiyong village has a total of 220 households.
What is the literacy rate in Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paiyong is 69.45%. The male literacy rate is 76.64%, while the female literacy rate is 61.66%.