Gangtok Forest Block
About Gangtok Forest Block
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gangtok Forest Block village is 261321. Gangtok Forest Block village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 18km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gangtok Forest Block village. As per 2009 stats, Kyongnosla is the gram panchayat of Gangtok Forest Block village.
The total geographical area of village is 5500.89 hectares. Gangtok Forest Block has a total population of 352 peoples, out of which male population is 189 while female population is 163. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 862 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gangtok forest block village is 62.78% out of which 69.31% males and 55.21% females are literate. There are about 73 houses in gangtok forest block village. Pincode of gangtok forest block village locality is 737101.
When it comes to administration, Gangtok Forest Block village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gangtok Forest Block village comes under Kabi lungchuk Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to gangtok forest block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Gangtok Forest Block
Population of Gangtok Forest Block
The population details of Gangtok Forest Block cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 352 | 189 | 163 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 266 | 145 | 121 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 131 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 58 | 73 |
Connectivity of Gangtok Forest Block
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gangtok Forest Block
Where is Gangtok Forest Block located?
Gangtok Forest Block village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gangtok Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Gangtok Forest Block is Kyongnosla (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gangtok Forest Block?
The pincode of Gangtok Forest Block is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gangtok Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangtok Forest Block is 352, with 189 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Gangtok Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gangtok Forest Block village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gangtok Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangtok Forest Block is 62.78%. The male literacy rate is 69.31%, while the female literacy rate is 55.21%.