Geling
About Geling
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Geling village is 261072. Geling village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Samsing Gelling is the gram panchayat of Geling village.
The total geographical area of village is 274.85 hectares. Geling has a total population of 1,306 peoples, out of which male population is 659 while female population is 647. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 981 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of geling village is 58.19% out of which 63.58% males and 52.70% females are literate. There are about 257 houses in geling village. Pincode of geling village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Geling 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, Geling village comes under Salghari-zoom Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to geling village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Geling
The population details of Geling 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 | 1,306 | 659 | 647 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 155 | 73 | 82 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 236 | 112 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 419 | 341 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 240 | 306 |
Connectivity of Geling
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Geling
Where is Geling located?
Geling village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Geling?
The Gram Panchayat of Geling is Samsing Gelling (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Geling?
The pincode of Geling is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Geling as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Geling is 1,306, with 659 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Geling as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Geling village has a total of 257 households.
What is the literacy rate in Geling as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Geling is 58.19%. The male literacy rate is 63.58%, while the female literacy rate is 52.70%.