Namin

Namin is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 20km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Namin village. As per 2009 stats, Samlik Marchak is the gram panchayat of Namin village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Namin is 261289. The village spans a total geographical area of 96.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737135. Gangtok is nearest town to Namin village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

When it comes to local governance, Namin 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 Martam-rumtek 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.

Google Map of Namin

Population of Namin

According to the 2011 Census, Namin has a total population of about 304, with approximately 144 males and 160 females. The sex ratio is around 1111 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 34 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 32. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.09%, with male literacy at about 77.78% and female literacy near 59.38%. There are around 63 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Namin's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Namin

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

Nearby Villages of Namin

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Namin