Yangthang
About Yangthang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Yangthang village is 261017. Yangthang village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 2km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Yangthang village. As per 2009 stats, Yangthang village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 525.68 hectares. Yangthang has a total population of 2,931 peoples, out of which male population is 1,506 while female population is 1,425. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 946 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of yangthang village is 70.04% out of which 75.37% males and 64.42% females are literate. There are about 614 houses in yangthang village. Pincode of yangthang village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Yangthang 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, Yangthang village comes under Yangthang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to yangthang village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Yangthang
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,931 | 1,506 | 1,425 |
| Literate Population | 2,053 | 1,135 | 918 |
| Illiterate Population | 878 | 371 | 507 |
Connectivity of Yangthang
| 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 Yangthang
Where is Yangthang located?
Yangthang village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yangthang?
Yangthang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Yangthang?
The pincode of Yangthang is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Yangthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yangthang is 2,931, with 1,506 males and 1,425 females.
How many households are there in Yangthang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Yangthang village has a total of 614 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yangthang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yangthang is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 75.37%, while the female literacy rate is 64.42%.