Village code 261180

Gangchung Village, Namchi Sub-Division: Map, PIN Code and Population

Gangchung is a village in Namchi Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district, South District district, Sikkim. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Quick answer: Gangchung is in Namchi Sub-Division, South District, Sikkim, India. Census village code: 261180. PIN code: 737134. Population: 546.

Gangchung village map in Sikkim
Gangchung village map image for Namchi Sub-Division, Sikkim.

Village Overview

Gangchung is a village in Namchi Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district, South District district, Sikkim. For Gangchung, the population is 546, PIN code is 737134 and Census village code is 261180. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Gangchung village
Village code261180
PIN code737134
Population546
Households131
Area74.90 ha / 0.75 sq. km / 185 acres
Population density729 people per sq. km
Current stateSikkim
Census 2011 stateSikkim
Current districtSouth District
Census 2011 districtSouth District

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 737134. This helps users verify the postal area for Gangchung, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Gangchung village
PIN code737134
Post offices linked with this PINBermiok BO, Lingmoo BO, Namphing BO, Neya BO, Tarku BO, and Temi Tarku BO
Best matching post officeBermiok BO (Branch office)
Delivery office records12
Postal districtEast District and South District
Postal stateSikkim
Postal divisionSikkim Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

PIN Code Boundary

Census 2011 reports PIN code 737134 for this village. View PIN 737134 post offices, villages and approximate postal boundary. Boundary data is not available in the local source. PIN boundaries are postal service area references, not village, land, survey or legal boundaries.

Location and Administration

Gangchung comes under Gangchung gram panchayat and Namchi C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Namchi Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The sub-division headquarters is Not reported at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Not reported, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Gangchung
Current stateSikkim
Census 2011 stateSikkim
Current districtSouth District
Census 2011 districtSouth District
State code11
District code243
Sub-Division / Census sub-district code0005
C.D. Block code0005
Block panchayat code0005

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Gangchung village and its household count.

Total population

546 residents in 131 households

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Gangchung
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Gangchung
All-weather roadAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Gangchung
Treated tap waterAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Gangchung
Net area sown70.50 hectares
Unirrigated area70.50 hectares
Forest area3.30 hectares

How to Reach Gangchung

The nearest major town is not reported is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Namchi is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Gangchung
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Sub-Division, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Gangchung. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Gangchung
All Weather RoadAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
ASHAAvailable
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, sub-division, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gangchung village located?

Gangchung is located in Namchi Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: South District.

Which Sub-Division is Gangchung in?

Gangchung is in Namchi Sub-Division. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Gangchung in?

District: South District.

What is the village code of Gangchung?

The Census village code of Gangchung is 261180.

What is the PIN code of Gangchung?

The PIN code reported for Gangchung is 737134.

What is the population of Gangchung?

Gangchung has 546 residents in 131 households as per Census 2011.

What land-use details are available for Gangchung?

Land-use details for Gangchung include net area sown: 70.50 hectares and unirrigated area: 70.50 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Gangchung?

Government primary school status for Gangchung is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Gangchung?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Gangchung?

The total geographical area of Gangchung is 74.90 hectares.

How many households are in Gangchung?

Gangchung has 131 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Gangchung?

Treated tap water is available in the village.

Is electricity available for homes in Gangchung?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

Is there an all-weather road to Gangchung?

All-weather road status for Gangchung is available in the village.

Where can I verify land records for Gangchung?

Land records for Gangchung should be verified through the official Ilrms portal or the local revenue office.

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