Phong
About Phong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Phong village is 261170. Phong village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 20km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Phong village. As per 2009 stats, Chuba Phong is the gram panchayat of Phong village.
The total geographical area of village is 346.99 hectares. Phong has a total population of 680 peoples, out of which male population is 362 while female population is 318. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 878 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of phong village is 73.53% out of which 78.18% males and 68.24% females are literate. There are about 129 houses in phong village. Pincode of phong village locality is 737132.
When it comes to administration, Phong 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, Phong village comes under Namthang-rateypani Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to phong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Phong
The population details of Phong 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 | 680 | 362 | 318 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 61 | 34 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 122 | 64 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 283 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 79 | 101 |
Connectivity of Phong
| 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 Phong
Where is Phong located?
Phong village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phong?
The Gram Panchayat of Phong is Chuba Phong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Phong?
The pincode of Phong is 737132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Phong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Phong is 680, with 362 males and 318 females.
How many households are there in Phong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Phong village has a total of 129 households.
What is the literacy rate in Phong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Phong is 73.53%. The male literacy rate is 78.18%, while the female literacy rate is 68.24%.