Mengyong
About Mengyong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Mengyong village is 261043. Mengyong village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 22km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Mengyong village. As per 2009 stats, Chingthang is the gram panchayat of Mengyong village.
The total geographical area of village is 282.95 hectares. Mengyong has a total population of 695 peoples, out of which male population is 370 while female population is 325. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 878 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of mengyong village is 60.14% out of which 62.97% males and 56.92% females are literate. There are about 141 houses in mengyong village. Pincode of mengyong village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Mengyong 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, Mengyong village comes under Gyalshing-barnyak Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to mengyong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Mengyong
The population details of Mengyong 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 | 695 | 370 | 325 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 100 | 61 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 401 | 221 | 180 |
| Literate Population | 418 | 233 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 137 | 140 |
Connectivity of Mengyong
| 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 Mengyong
Where is Mengyong located?
Mengyong village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mengyong?
The Gram Panchayat of Mengyong is Chingthang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Mengyong?
The pincode of Mengyong is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Mengyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mengyong is 695, with 370 males and 325 females.
How many households are there in Mengyong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Mengyong village has a total of 141 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mengyong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mengyong is 60.14%. The male literacy rate is 62.97%, while the female literacy rate is 56.92%.