Brong

Brong is a village located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Borong Phamthang is the gram panchayat of Brong village.

Brong has its own place in the vibrant South District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Brong

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Brong is 261205. The village spans a total geographical area of 744.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737139. Namchi is nearest town to Brong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.

When it comes to local governance, Brong village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barfung Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Brong

Below is a concise population overview of Brong as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,033 537 496
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 120 47 73
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 N/A 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 242 122 120
Literate Population 679 383 296
Illiterate Population 354 154 200

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Brong village:

  • The total population of Brong village is around 1,033, including approximately 537 males and 496 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 120 children aged 0–6 years in Brong village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Brong village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 242 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Brong village is about 65.73%, with male literacy at 71.32% and female literacy at 59.68%.
  • There are around 192 households in Brong village.

Connectivity of Brong

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Brong. As per the 2011 stats, Brong had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Brong

Knowing the nearby villages of Brong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Brong.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brong

Where is Brong located?
Brong village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Brong?
The Gram Panchayat of Brong is Borong Phamthang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Brong?
The pincode of Brong is 737139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Brong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Brong is 1,033, with 537 males and 496 females.
How many households are there in Brong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Brong village has a total of 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Brong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Brong is 65.73%. The male literacy rate is 71.32%, while the female literacy rate is 59.68%.