Rinchenpong
About Rinchenpong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rinchenpong village is 261054. Rinchenpong village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Tadong Rinchenpong is the gram panchayat of Rinchenpong village.
The total geographical area of village is 352 hectares. Rinchenpong has a total population of 1,458 peoples, out of which male population is 737 while female population is 721. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 978 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rinchenpong village is 76.20% out of which 82.77% males and 69.49% females are literate. There are about 298 houses in rinchenpong village. Pincode of rinchenpong village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Rinchenpong 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, Rinchenpong village comes under Rinchenpong Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to rinchenpong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
Google Map of Rinchenpong
Population of Rinchenpong
The population details of Rinchenpong 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 | 1,458 | 737 | 721 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 139 | 55 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 25 | 12 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 471 | 247 | 224 |
| Literate Population | 1,111 | 610 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 347 | 127 | 220 |
Connectivity of Rinchenpong
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Rinchenpong
Frequently Asked Questions about Rinchenpong
Where is Rinchenpong located?
Rinchenpong village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rinchenpong?
The Gram Panchayat of Rinchenpong is Tadong Rinchenpong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rinchenpong?
The pincode of Rinchenpong is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rinchenpong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rinchenpong is 1,458, with 737 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Rinchenpong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rinchenpong village has a total of 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rinchenpong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rinchenpong is 76.20%. The male literacy rate is 82.77%, while the female literacy rate is 69.49%.