Gagyong
About Gagyong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gagyong village is 261241. Gagyong village is located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Sripatam Gagyong is the gram panchayat of Gagyong village.
The total geographical area of village is 270.61 hectares. Gagyong has a total population of 1,873 peoples, out of which male population is 968 while female population is 905. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 934 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gagyong village is 76.19% out of which 79.86% males and 72.27% females are literate. There are about 378 houses in gagyong village. Pincode of gagyong village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Gagyong 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, Gagyong village comes under Rangang-yangang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to gagyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
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Population of Gagyong
The population details of Gagyong 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 | 1,873 | 968 | 905 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 227 | 124 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 706 | 370 | 336 |
| Literate Population | 1,427 | 773 | 654 |
| Illiterate Population | 446 | 195 | 251 |
Connectivity of Gagyong
| 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 Gagyong
Where is Gagyong located?
Gagyong village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagyong?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagyong is Sripatam Gagyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gagyong?
The pincode of Gagyong is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagyong is 1,873, with 968 males and 905 females.
How many households are there in Gagyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagyong village has a total of 378 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagyong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagyong is 76.19%. The male literacy rate is 79.86%, while the female literacy rate is 72.27%.