Salandang - Soreng
Salandang is a village situated in the Soreng subdivision of Soreng district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 27 km from Soreng and around 68 km from Gyalshing . Lungchok Salyangdang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salandang village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salandang is 261087. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.13 hectares and falls under the 737121 pincode. Naya Bazar is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Salandang village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Daramdin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Salandang
As per Census 2011, Salandang village has a total population of 963 people, consisting of 488 males and 475 females. The village has 202 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 98 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 638 literate and 325 illiterate residents. Additionally, 62 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Salandang are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 488 | 475 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 44 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 62 | 32 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 45 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 638 | 363 | 275 |
| Illiterate Population | 325 | 125 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Salandang
Salandang is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Salandang
Salandang is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Naya Bazar to Salandang is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gyalshing to Salandang is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salandang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salandang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Salandang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Salandang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Salandang
Where is Salandang located?
Salandang village is located in Soreng Subdivision, Soreng district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Salandang?
The Gram Panchayat of Salandang is Lungchok Salyangdang.
What is the pincode of Salandang?
The pincode of Salandang is 737121.
What is the population of Salandang?
Salandang has a total population of 963, including 488 males and 475 females.
How many households are there in Salandang?
There are 202 households in Salandang.
What is the literacy rate in Salandang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salandang is 66.25%. Male literacy is 74.39% and female literacy is 57.89%.