Lower Paiyong
About Lower Paiyong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lower Paiyong village is 261230. Lower Paiyong village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 238.14 hectares. Lower Paiyong has a total population of 760 peoples, out of which male population is 393 while female population is 367. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 933 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lower paiyong village is 72.11% out of which 77.61% males and 66.21% females are literate. There are about 136 houses in lower paiyong village. Pincode of lower paiyong village locality is 737128.
When it comes to administration, Lower Paiyong 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, Lower Paiyong village comes under Tumen-lingi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to lower paiyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
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Population of Lower Paiyong
The population details of Lower Paiyong 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 | 760 | 393 | 367 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 100 | 48 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 155 | 89 | 66 |
| Literate Population | 548 | 305 | 243 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 88 | 124 |
Connectivity of Lower Paiyong
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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 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%.