Ralong Monastery
Ralong Monastery is a village located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 37km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Ralong Namlung is the gram panchayat of Ralong Monastery village.
Here you can discover what makes Ralong Monastery unique in its vibrant Ravong-South District region. You’ll see Ralong Monastery’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 Ralong Monastery
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ralong Monastery is 261210. Namchi is nearest town to Ralong Monastery village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Ralong Monastery 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.
Google Map of Ralong Monastery
Population of Ralong Monastery
According to the 2011 Census, Ralong Monastery has a total population of about 300, with approximately 277 males and 23 females. The sex ratio is around 83 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 5 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 224. The overall literacy rate is approximately 90.67%, with male literacy at about 93.86% and female literacy near 52.17%. There are around 25 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ralong Monastery's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 300 | 277 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 2 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 224 | 208 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 260 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 17 | 11 |
Connectivity of Ralong Monastery
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ralong Monastery. As per the 2011 stats, Ralong Monastery had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Ralong Monastery
Knowing the nearby villages of Ralong Monastery helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ralong Monastery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ralong Monastery
- Where is Ralong Monastery located?
- Ralong Monastery village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ralong Monastery?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ralong Monastery is Ralong Namlung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ralong Monastery?
- The pincode of Ralong Monastery is 737139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ralong Monastery as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ralong Monastery is 300, with 277 males and 23 females.
- How many households are there in Ralong Monastery as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ralong Monastery village has a total of 25 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ralong Monastery as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ralong Monastery is 90.67%. The male literacy rate is 93.86%, while the female literacy rate is 52.17%.