Lamting

Lamting is a village 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, Lamting Tingmo is the gram panchayat of Lamting village.

Here you can discover what makes Lamting unique in its vibrant Ravong-South District region. You’ll see Lamting’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Lamting

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lamting is 261220. The village spans a total geographical area of 257.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737111. Gyalshing is nearest town to Lamting village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

When it comes to local governance, Lamting 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 Lamting

According to the 2011 Census, Lamting has a total population of about 335, with approximately 175 males and 160 females. The sex ratio is around 914 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 9 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 207. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.58%, with male literacy at about 66.86% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 70 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lamting's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 335 175 160
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 44 30 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) 9 4 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 207 107 100
Literate Population 213 117 96
Illiterate Population 122 58 64

Connectivity of Lamting

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

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Lamting

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Lamting

Where is Lamting located?
Lamting village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lamting?
The Gram Panchayat of Lamting is Lamting Tingmo (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lamting?
The pincode of Lamting is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lamting as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lamting is 335, with 175 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Lamting as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lamting village has a total of 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lamting as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lamting is 63.58%. The male literacy rate is 66.86%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.