Sapong

Sapong is a village located in the Dentam Subdivision of Gyalshing district,Sikkim, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Sapong, covering its demographics, population statistics, household data, administrative structure, geographical area, connectivity, educational and medical facilities, electricity supply, drinking water sources, and nearby villages.

Sapong Overview

Administrative & Basic Details
VillageSapong
Pincode737113
Area249 Sq. Km
Village Code261022
Sub-DistrictDentam
Sub-District Code6398
DistrictGyalshing
District Code228
State/UTSikkim
State/UT Code11
Gram PanchayatBongten Sapong
Gram Panchayat Code254712
Block Panchayat
Block Panchayat Code
Total Population (2011 Census)717
Total Households137
Nearest TownGyalshing (Distance: 23 Km)

Sapong has a population of 717 as recorded in the 2011 Census. It falls under the jurisdiction of Bongten Sapong Gram Panchayat and the Block Panchayat in Dentam District. The village has 137 households and is identified by village code 261022. Sapong is located in the 737113 postal area, contributing significantly to the rural administrative structure of Dentam Sub-District.

Total Population of Sapong

As of the 2011 census, Population of Sapong has a population of approximately 717 people, where the male population is 385 and the female population is 332.

Total 717
Male 385
Female 332

Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population of Sapong

The population data for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Sapong is as follows:

Scheduled Caste (SC)
Total Scheduled Caste 31
Male 13
Female 18
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Total Scheduled Tribe 13
Male 10
Female 3

Household in Sapong

There are approximately 137 households in Sapong. The average household size in the village is about 5 persons per house.

Type Stats
Household 137
People / Family 5

Assembly & Parliament Constituency of Sapong

Sapong falls under the Dentam Assembly and Parliament Constituency. The nearest town to Sapong is Dentam, which serves as the central hub for all major economic activities in the region.

Understanding Literacy Rates in Sapong Village

As per the 2011 Census, Sapong presents important statistics regarding its literacy and illiteracy rates.

Literacy in Sapong Village (2011):

Total 449
Male 252
Female 197

illiteracy in Sapong Village (2011):

Total 268
Male 133
Female 135

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Connectivity of Sapong

Connectivity Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Not Available
Communication Available

Electricity Facilities

Electricity Supply Available
Domestic Electricity Available
Agricultural Electricity Not Available
Other Electricity Uses Not Available
All Households Electrified No

Education Facilities

Has Education Facility?Available
Primary School2
Middle School0
Secondary School0
Senior Secondary0
College0

Medical Facilities

Medical FacilityAvailable
Allopathic Hospital0
Ayurvedic Hospital0
Unani Hospital0
Homeopathic Hospital0
DispensariesAllopathic: 0, Ayurvedic: 0, Unani: 0, Homeo: 0
Primary Health Centre (PHC)
Other Medical Centres0

Drinking Water Facilities

Water Facility Available
Tap Water Available
Well Not Available
Tank Not Available
Tubewell Not Available
Handpump Not Available
Other Sources Not Available

Nearby Villages of Sapong

Frequently Asked Questions About Sapong Village

The total population of Sapong Village is approximately 717 people.

The male population is 385, while the female population is 332.

Sapong Village has about 137 households.

The average household size in Sapong is approximately 5 people per household.

The total literate population is 449, which includes 252 males and 197 females.

The total illiterate population is 268, consisting of 133 males and 135 females.

There are 24 villages in the Dentam Sub-District.

Sapong Village falls under the Bongten Sapong Gram Panchayat.

The Pincode for Sapong Village is 737113.

Sapong Village is part of the Block Panchayat.