Tashi Thendup Bhutia - MLA Profile
Constituency Overview
Tashi Thendup Bhutia represents the Barfung constituency, a BL reserved seat in the South district. As a member of the Sikkim Democratic Front, the MLA plays a crucial role in representing the local community's interests and contributing to the state's legislative process.
The Barfung constituency is located in Namchi district, with significant rural and agricultural areas. The region is known for its unique demographic composition, economic challenges, and potential for development, particularly in sectors like agriculture, education, and local infrastructure.
Electoral Significance
In the 2019 elections, Tashi Thendup Bhutia secured a decisive victory with a margin of 97 votes, representing 0.8% of the total votes. The high voter turnout of 79.5% demonstrates the active political engagement of the constituency's 15021 registered voters.
Electoral Information
Constituency: Barfung (9)
Constituency Type: BL
District: South
Political Party: Sikkim Democratic Front
Election Results
Election Year: 2019
Total Electors: 15021
Total Votes: 11944
Poll Percentage: 79.5%
Margin of Victory: 97 votes (0.8%)
Constituency Details
Parliament Constituency: Sikkim
Assembly Constituency: Barfung
District: Namchi
Subdistrict: Namchi
Village: Sanghanath