Upper Paiyong
About Upper Paiyong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Upper Paiyong village is 261231. Upper 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 Upper Paiyong village.
The total geographical area of village is 279.45 hectares. Upper Paiyong has a total population of 517 peoples, out of which male population is 254 while female population is 263. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1035 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of upper paiyong village is 74.47% out of which 82.68% males and 66.54% females are literate. There are about 98 houses in upper paiyong village. Pincode of upper paiyong village locality is 737128.
When it comes to administration, Upper 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, Upper Paiyong village comes under Tumen-lingi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to upper paiyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Upper Paiyong
The population details of Upper 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 | 517 | 254 | 263 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 58 | 26 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 210 | 175 |
| Illiterate Population | 132 | 44 | 88 |
Connectivity of Upper Paiyong
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Paiyong
Where is Upper Paiyong located?
Upper Paiyong village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Upper Paiyong?
The Gram Panchayat of Upper 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 Upper Paiyong?
The pincode of Upper Paiyong is 737128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Upper Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Upper Paiyong is 517, with 254 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Upper Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Upper Paiyong village has a total of 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Upper Paiyong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Upper Paiyong is 74.47%. The male literacy rate is 82.68%, while the female literacy rate is 66.54%.