Lingi
Lingi is a village located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Lingi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Lingi unique in its vibrant Ravong-South District region. You’ll see Lingi’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 Lingi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lingi is 261229. The village spans a total geographical area of 576.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737134. Singtam is nearest town to Lingi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lingi 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 Tumen-lingi 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.
Google Map of Lingi
Population of Lingi
According to the 2011 Census, Lingi has a total population of about 1,854, with approximately 978 males and 876 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 34 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 681. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.52%, with male literacy at about 79.75% and female literacy near 66.55%. There are around 343 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lingi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,854 | 978 | 876 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 122 | 103 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 681 | 361 | 320 |
Literate Population | 1,363 | 780 | 583 |
Illiterate Population | 491 | 198 | 293 |
Connectivity of Lingi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lingi. As per the 2011 stats, Lingi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Lingi
Knowing the nearby villages of Lingi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lingi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lingi
- Where is Lingi located?
- Lingi village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lingi?
- Lingi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Lingi?
- The pincode of Lingi is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lingi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lingi is 1,854, with 978 males and 876 females.
- How many households are there in Lingi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lingi village has a total of 343 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lingi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lingi is 73.52%. The male literacy rate is 79.75%, while the female literacy rate is 66.55%.