Sapong
About Sapong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sapong village is 261022. Sapong village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 23km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sapong village. As per 2009 stats, Bongten Sapong is the gram panchayat of Sapong village.
The total geographical area of village is 248.47 hectares. Sapong has a total population of 717 peoples, out of which male population is 385 while female population is 332. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 862 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sapong village is 62.62% out of which 65.45% males and 59.34% females are literate. There are about 137 houses in sapong village. Pincode of sapong village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Sapong 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, Sapong village comes under Maneybung-dentam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to sapong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Sapong
The population details of Sapong 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 | 717 | 385 | 332 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 111 | 65 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 271 | 150 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 449 | 252 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 268 | 133 | 135 |
Connectivity of Sapong
| 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 Sapong
Where is Sapong located?
Sapong village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sapong?
The Gram Panchayat of Sapong is Bongten Sapong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sapong?
The pincode of Sapong is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sapong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sapong is 717, with 385 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Sapong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sapong village has a total of 137 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sapong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sapong is 62.62%. The male literacy rate is 65.45%, while the female literacy rate is 59.34%.