Gangyep

Gangyep is a village located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 38km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gangyep village. As per 2009 stats, Tashiding is the gram panchayat of Gangyep village.

Gangyep has its own place in the vibrant West District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gangyep

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangyep is 261011. The village spans a total geographical area of 893.05 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737111. Gyalshing is nearest town to Gangyep village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gangyep 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 Yoksam-tashiding 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.

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Population of Gangyep

Below is a concise population overview of Gangyep as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 695 361 334
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 31 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 678 351 327
Literate Population 429 264 165
Illiterate Population 266 97 169

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gangyep village:

  • The total population of Gangyep village is around 695, including approximately 361 males and 334 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Gangyep village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gangyep village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 678 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gangyep village is about 61.73%, with male literacy at 73.13% and female literacy at 49.40%.
  • There are around 127 households in Gangyep village.

Connectivity of Gangyep

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangyep. As per the 2011 stats, Gangyep 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 Gangyep

Knowing the nearby villages of Gangyep helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangyep.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gangyep

Where is Gangyep located?
Gangyep village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangyep?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangyep is Tashiding (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangyep?
The pincode of Gangyep is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangyep as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangyep is 695, with 361 males and 334 females.
How many households are there in Gangyep as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangyep village has a total of 127 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangyep as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangyep is 61.73%. The male literacy rate is 73.13%, while the female literacy rate is 49.40%.