Chongpung
About Chongpung
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chongpung village is 260999. Chongpung village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 15km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Chongpung village. As per 2009 stats, Singyang Chumbung is the gram panchayat of Chongpung village.
The total geographical area of village is 335.81 hectares. Chongpung has a total population of 714 peoples, out of which male population is 370 while female population is 344. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 929 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chongpung village is 63.87% out of which 70.81% males and 56.40% females are literate. There are about 131 houses in chongpung village. Pincode of chongpung village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Chongpung 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, Chongpung village comes under Yangthang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to chongpung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Chongpung
The population details of Chongpung 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 | 714 | 370 | 344 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 79 | 47 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 53 | 32 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 335 | 182 | 153 |
| Literate Population | 456 | 262 | 194 |
| Illiterate Population | 258 | 108 | 150 |
Connectivity of Chongpung
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Chongpung
Where is Chongpung located?
Chongpung village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chongpung?
The Gram Panchayat of Chongpung is Singyang Chumbung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chongpung?
The pincode of Chongpung is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chongpung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chongpung is 714, with 370 males and 344 females.
How many households are there in Chongpung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chongpung village has a total of 131 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chongpung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chongpung is 63.87%. The male literacy rate is 70.81%, while the female literacy rate is 56.40%.