Chingthang
About Chingthang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chingthang village is 261042. Chingthang village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 19km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chingthang village. As per 2009 stats, Chingthang village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 210.58 hectares. Chingthang has a total population of 633 peoples, out of which male population is 342 while female population is 291. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 850 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chingthang village is 60.35% out of which 65.20% males and 54.64% females are literate. There are about 139 houses in chingthang village. Pincode of chingthang village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Chingthang 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, Chingthang village comes under Gyalshing-barnyak Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to chingthang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
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Population of Chingthang
The population details of Chingthang 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 | 633 | 342 | 291 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 86 | 49 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 264 | 144 | 120 |
| Literate Population | 382 | 223 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 251 | 119 | 132 |
Connectivity of Chingthang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chingthang
Where is Chingthang located?
Chingthang village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chingthang?
Chingthang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chingthang?
The pincode of Chingthang is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chingthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chingthang is 633, with 342 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Chingthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chingthang village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chingthang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chingthang is 60.35%. The male literacy rate is 65.20%, while the female literacy rate is 54.64%.