Suntaley
Suntaley is a village located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Khaniserbong Suntoley is the gram panchayat of Suntaley village.
Here you can discover what makes Suntaley unique in its vibrant Soreng-West District region. You’ll see Suntaley’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Suntaley
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Suntaley is 261073. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737121. Jorethang is nearest town to Suntaley village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Suntaley village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Rinchenpong Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Suntaley
Population of Suntaley
According to the 2011 Census, Suntaley has a total population of about 414, with approximately 210 males and 204 females. The sex ratio is around 971 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 19 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 93. The overall literacy rate is approximately 50.00%, with male literacy at about 50.48% and female literacy near 49.51%. There are around 86 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Suntaley's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 414 | 210 | 204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 24 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 93 | 46 | 47 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 106 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 104 | 103 |
Connectivity of Suntaley
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Suntaley. As per the 2011 stats, Suntaley had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Suntaley
Knowing the nearby villages of Suntaley helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Suntaley.
Frequently Asked Questions about Suntaley
- Where is Suntaley located?
- Suntaley village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Suntaley?
- The Gram Panchayat of Suntaley is Khaniserbong Suntoley (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Suntaley?
- The pincode of Suntaley is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Suntaley as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Suntaley is 414, with 210 males and 204 females.
- How many households are there in Suntaley as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Suntaley village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Suntaley as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Suntaley is 50.00%. The male literacy rate is 50.48%, while the female literacy rate is 49.51%.