Categories in Jorethang
Auto Parts StoreCar repairCar Repair and MaintenanceCar WashGas StationLPG conversionMotorcycle DealerNew car dealersFarmingWholesalersClothing storesJewelers and watchesShoe storesMobile phone storesBuddhist templeChurchesChurch of ChristCommunity CenterGovernment OfficeHindu templeHydroelectric Power PlantLocal Government OfficeMonasteryPost OfficeReligionState Government OfficeCell phone accessory storeElectronics StoreMobile Phone Repair ShopConstruction of buildingsHardware storeHome Goods StoreHousing DevelopmentCbse SchoolDriving schoolsEducationEducational InstitutionEducation CenterElementary SchoolGeneral education schoolHigh SchoolHome HelpMiddle SchoolPreschoolPrimary SchoolSecondary schoolTourist AttractionBakeriesBars, pubs and tavernsButcher
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Industries
Business Distribution by Industry in Jorethang
| Industry Description | Number of Establishments |
|---|---|
| Education | 132 |
| Restaurants | 71 |
| Shopping | 70 |
| Other accommodation | 69 |
| Hotels and motels | 53 |
| Public administration | 50 |
| Churches | 45 |
| Hindu temple | 32 |
| Electronics stores | 27 |
| Hardware store | 27 |
| Playground | 26 |
Jorethang Facts
| Area | 3.3 km² |
| Population | 32,007 |
| Male Population | 16,340 (51.1%) |
| Female Population | 15,667 (48.9%) |
| Population change (1975 to 2020) | -14.5% |
| Population change (2000 to 2020) | -28.2% |
| Median Age | 23.9 years (Male: 24.2, Female: 23.5) |
| Neighborhoods | DIC Area, Power Colony, Hatghar, Below UCO Bank, Opposite Housing Colony |
| Local Time | |
| Timezone | India Standard Time |
| Lat & Lng | 27.10696, 88.32332 |
| Pin Codes | 737121 |
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Jorethang Population
Years 1975 to 2020
| Data | 1975 | 1990 | 2000 | 2015 | 2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 37,447 | 44,429 | 44,557 | 31,470 | 32,007 |
| Population Density | 11,304.8 / km² | 13,412.5 / km² | 13,451.2 / km² | 9,500.4 / km² | 9,662.5 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Jorethang Population change from 2000 to 2015
Decrease of 29.4% from year 2000 to 2015
| Location | Change since 1975 | Change since 1990 | Change since 2000 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jorethang | -16% | -29.2% | -29.4% |
| Sikkim | +81.1% | +36.8% | +20.1% |
| India | +111.1% | +50.6% | +24.5% |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Jorethang Median Age
Median Age: 23.9 years
| Location | Median Age | Median Age (Female) | Median Age (Male) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jorethang | 23.9 yrs | 23.5 yrs | 24.2 yrs |
| Sikkim | 25.4 yrs | 24.5 yrs | 26.1 yrs |
| India | 24.9 yrs | 25.4 yrs | 24.5 yrs |
Sources: CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
Jorethang Population Density
Population Density: 9,663 / km²
| Location | Population | Area | Density |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jorethang | 32,007 | 3.313 km² | 9,663 / km² |
| Sikkim | 627,100 | 7,134.8 km² | 87.9 / km² |
| India | 1,307 million | 3,083,563.4 km² | 424 / km² |
Sources: JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
Jorethang Historical and Projected Population
Estimated Population from 0 to 2100
Sources:
- JRC (European Commission's Joint Research Centre) work on the GHS built-up grid
- CIESIN (Center for International Earth Science Information Network)
- [Link] Klein Goldewijk, K., Beusen, A., Doelman, J., and Stehfest, E.: Anthropogenic land use estimates for the Holocene – HYDE 3.2, Earth Syst. Sci. Data, 9, 927–953, https://doi.org/10.5194/essd-9-927-2017, 2017.
Area Codes
Percentage Area Codes used by businesses in Jorethang
Human Development Index (HDI)
Statistic composite index of life expectancy, education, and per capita income.
Source: [Link] Kummu, M., Taka, M. &Guillaume, J. Gridded global datasets for Gross Domestic Product and Human Development Index over 1990–2015. Sci Data 5, 180004 (2018) doi:10.1038/sdata.2018.4
Jorethang CO2 Emissions
Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Emissions Per Capita in Tonnes Per Year
| Location | CO2 Emissions | CO2 Emissions Per Capita | CO2 Emissions Intensity |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jorethang | 50,918 tn | 1.59 tn | 15,371.6 tons/km² |
| Sikkim | 1,190,157 tn | 1.9 tn | 166.8 tons/km² |
| India | 1,928,568,344 tn | 1.48 tn | 625.4 tons/km² |
Sources: [Link] Moran, D., Kanemoto K; Jiborn, M., Wood, R., Többen, J., and Seto, K.C. (2018) Carbon footprints of 13,000 cities. Environmental Research Letters DOI: 10.1088/1748-9326/aac72a
Jorethang CO2 Emissions
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) | 50,918 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions (tonnes/year) per capita | 1.59 tn |
| 2013 CO2 emissions intensity (tonnes/km²/year) | 15,371.6 tons/km² |
Natural Hazards Risk
Relative risk out of 10
| Hazard | Risk Level |
|---|---|
| Drought | Medium (5) |
| Flood | High (9) |
| Earthquake | Medium (7) |
| Landslide | Medium (7) |
* Risk, particularly concerning flood or landslide, may not be for the entire area.
Sources:
- Dilley, M., R.S. Chen, U. Deichmann, A.L. Lerner-Lam, M. Arnold, J. Agwe, P. Buys, O. Kjekstad, B. Lyon, and G. Yetman. 2005. Natural Disaster Hotspots: A Global Risk Analysis. Washington, D.C.: World Bank. https://doi.org/10.1596/0-8213-5930-4.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and Norwegian Geotechnical Institute - NGI. 2005. Global Landslide Hazard Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4P848VZ.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University, and International Research Institute for Climate and Society - IRI - Columbia University. 2005. Global Drought Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4VX0DFT.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Flood Hazard Frequency and Distribution. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4668B3D.
- Center for Hazards and Risk Research - CHRR - Columbia University, Center for International Earth Science Information Network - CIESIN - Columbia University. 2005. Global Earthquake Hazard Distribution - Peak Ground Acceleration. Palisades, NY: NASA Socioeconomic Data and Applications Center (SEDAC). https://doi.org/10.7927/H4BZ63ZS.
Recent Nearby Earthquakes
Magnitude 3.0 and greater
| Date▼ | Time↕ | Magnitude↕ | Distance↕ | Depth↕ | Location↕ | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1/16/19 | 11:56 PM | 3.8 | 57.4 km | 10,000 m | 27km NW of Samtse, Bhutan | usgs.gov |
| 6/20/18 | 4:15 AM | 4.4 | 50.8 km | 52,910 m | 29km NNW of Ilam, Nepal | usgs.gov |
| 6/20/18 | 4:08 AM | 4.4 | 82.7 km | 38,300 m | 17km E of Dhankuta, Nepal | usgs.gov |
| 6/17/18 | 3:07 PM | 4.4 | 37.8 km | 49,760 m | 12km SSW of Mangan, India | usgs.gov |
| 12/2/17 | 11:43 PM | 4.2 | 31.1 km | 10,000 m | 24km NW of Naya Bazar, India | usgs.gov |
| 5/16/17 | 10:13 PM | 4.2 | 28.6 km | 10,000 m | 23km NNW of Naya Bazar, India | usgs.gov |
| 3/26/17 | 9:42 PM | 4.5 | 23.1 km | 24,390 m | 5km SSE of Rangpo, India | usgs.gov |
| 3/7/17 | 10:28 AM | 4 | 81.3 km | 10,000 m | 2km NE of Samtse, Bhutan | usgs.gov |
| 3/12/16 | 4:15 PM | 3.9 | 84.8 km | 14,880 m | 9km NW of Birpara, India | usgs.gov |
| 2/13/16 | 9:37 PM | 3.7 | 86.2 km | 50,320 m | 16km NNE of Samtse, Bhutan | usgs.gov |
Source: U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)
Jorethang
Jorethang (Nepali : जोरेथाङ) is a major town in South Sikkim district in the Indian state of Sikkim. The town is situated at an altitude of about 300 metres (980 ft) above sea level and has a temperate climate. Jorethang lies on the Rangeet River, a ..
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