Longchok
About Longchok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Longchok village is 261088. Longchok village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 26km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Lungchok Salyangdang is the gram panchayat of Longchok village.
The total geographical area of village is 171.96 hectares. Longchok has a total population of 1,023 peoples, out of which male population is 509 while female population is 514. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1009 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of longchok village is 71.36% out of which 76.62% males and 66.15% females are literate. There are about 235 houses in longchok village. Pincode of longchok village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Longchok 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, Longchok village comes under Daramdin Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to longchok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Longchok
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,023 | 509 | 514 |
| Literate Population | 730 | 390 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 293 | 119 | 174 |
Connectivity of Longchok
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Longchok
Where is Longchok located?
Longchok village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Longchok?
The Gram Panchayat of Longchok is Lungchok Salyangdang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Longchok?
The pincode of Longchok is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Longchok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Longchok is 1,023, with 509 males and 514 females.
How many households are there in Longchok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Longchok village has a total of 235 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longchok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Longchok is 71.36%. The male literacy rate is 76.62%, while the female literacy rate is 66.15%.