Lower Paiyong
Lower Paiyong is a village located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 33km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 59km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Paiyong is the gram panchayat of Lower Paiyong village.
Here you can discover what makes Lower Paiyong unique in its vibrant Ravong-South District region. You’ll see Lower Paiyong’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 Lower Paiyong
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lower Paiyong is 261230. The village spans a total geographical area of 238.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737128. Singtam is nearest town to Lower Paiyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Lower Paiyong 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 Lower Paiyong
Population of Lower Paiyong
According to the 2011 Census, Lower Paiyong has a total population of about 760, with approximately 393 males and 367 females. The sex ratio is around 933 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 100 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 155. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.11%, with male literacy at about 77.61% and female literacy near 66.21%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lower Paiyong's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 760 | 393 | 367 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 89 | 66 |
Literate Population | 548 | 305 | 243 |
Illiterate Population | 212 | 88 | 124 |
Connectivity of Lower Paiyong
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lower Paiyong. As per the 2011 stats, Lower Paiyong 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lower Paiyong
Knowing the nearby villages of Lower Paiyong helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lower Paiyong.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lower Paiyong
- Where is Lower Paiyong located?
- Lower Paiyong village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lower Paiyong?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lower Paiyong is Paiyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lower Paiyong?
- The pincode of Lower Paiyong is 737128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lower Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lower Paiyong is 760, with 393 males and 367 females.
- How many households are there in Lower Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lower Paiyong village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lower Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lower Paiyong is 72.11%. The male literacy rate is 77.61%, while the female literacy rate is 66.21%.