Gerethang
About Gerethang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gerethang village is 260982. Gerethang village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Gyalshing (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gyalshing. As per 2009 stats, Gerethang village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 260.88 hectares. Gerethang has a total population of 1,236 peoples, out of which male population is 633 while female population is 603. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 952 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gerethang village is 73.95% out of which 78.99% males and 68.66% females are literate. There are about 239 houses in gerethang village. Pincode of gerethang village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Gerethang 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, Gerethang village comes under Yoksam-tashiding Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to gerethang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
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Population of Gerethang
The population details of Gerethang 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 | 1,236 | 633 | 603 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 57 | 28 | 29 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 854 | 440 | 414 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 500 | 414 |
| Illiterate Population | 322 | 133 | 189 |
Connectivity of Gerethang
| 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 Gerethang
Where is Gerethang located?
Gerethang village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gerethang?
Gerethang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gerethang?
The pincode of Gerethang is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gerethang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gerethang is 1,236, with 633 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in Gerethang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gerethang village has a total of 239 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gerethang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gerethang is 73.95%. The male literacy rate is 78.99%, while the female literacy rate is 68.66%.