Lingchom
About Lingchom
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Lingchom village is 261019. Lingchom village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 8km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Lingchom village. As per 2009 stats, Lingchom Tikjya is the gram panchayat of Lingchom village.
The total geographical area of village is 497.94 hectares. Lingchom has a total population of 2,040 peoples, out of which male population is 1,040 while female population is 1,000. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of lingchom village is 64.85% out of which 71.06% males and 58.40% females are literate. There are about 403 houses in lingchom village. Pincode of lingchom village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Lingchom 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, Lingchom village comes under Yangthang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to lingchom village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
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Population of Lingchom
The population details of Lingchom 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 | 2,040 | 1,040 | 1,000 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 260 | 139 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 70 | 43 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 805 | 427 | 378 |
| Literate Population | 1,323 | 739 | 584 |
| Illiterate Population | 717 | 301 | 416 |
Connectivity of Lingchom
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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 Lingchom
Where is Lingchom located?
Lingchom village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lingchom?
The Gram Panchayat of Lingchom is Lingchom Tikjya (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Lingchom?
The pincode of Lingchom is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Lingchom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lingchom is 2,040, with 1,040 males and 1,000 females.
How many households are there in Lingchom as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Lingchom village has a total of 403 households.
What is the literacy rate in Lingchom as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lingchom is 64.85%. The male literacy rate is 71.06%, while the female literacy rate is 58.40%.