Central Pendam

Central Pendam is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 52km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Central Pendam village. As per 2009 stats, Central Pendam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Central Pendam unique in its vibrant Gangtok-East District region. You’ll see Central Pendam’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 Central Pendam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Central Pendam is 261284. The village spans a total geographical area of 1026.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737132. Rangpo is nearest town to Central Pendam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.

When it comes to local governance, Central Pendam 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 West pendam 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.

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Population of Central Pendam

According to the 2011 Census, Central Pendam has a total population of about 5,434, with approximately 2,764 males and 2,670 females. The sex ratio is around 965 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 560 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 606 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 851. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.94%, with male literacy at about 76.63% and female literacy near 67.08%. There are around 1,149 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Central Pendam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,434 2,764 2,670
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 560 288 272
Scheduled Castes (SC) 606 311 295
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 851 445 406
Literate Population 3,909 2,118 1,791
Illiterate Population 1,525 646 879

Connectivity of Central Pendam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Central Pendam. As per the 2011 stats, Central Pendam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Central Pendam

Knowing the nearby villages of Central Pendam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Central Pendam.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Pendam

Where is Central Pendam located?
Central Pendam village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Central Pendam?
Central Pendam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Central Pendam?
The pincode of Central Pendam is 737132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Central Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Central Pendam is 5,434, with 2,764 males and 2,670 females.
How many households are there in Central Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Central Pendam village has a total of 1,149 households.
What is the literacy rate in Central Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Central Pendam is 71.94%. The male literacy rate is 76.63%, while the female literacy rate is 67.08%.