Navey
Navey is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 15km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Navey village. As per 2009 stats, Navey Shotak is the gram panchayat of Navey village.
Here you can discover what makes Navey unique in its vibrant Gangtok-East District region. You’ll see Navey’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 Navey
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Navey is 261302. The village spans a total geographical area of 425.3 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737101. Gangtok is nearest town to Navey village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
When it comes to local governance, Navey 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 Kabi lungchuk 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 Navey
Population of Navey
According to the 2011 Census, Navey has a total population of about 678, with approximately 352 males and 326 females. The sex ratio is around 926 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 54 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 4 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 569. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.17%, with male literacy at about 85.23% and female literacy near 70.55%. There are around 143 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Navey's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 678 | 352 | 326 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 569 | 287 | 282 |
| Literate Population | 530 | 300 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 52 | 96 |
Connectivity of Navey
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Navey. As per the 2011 stats, Navey had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Navey
Knowing the nearby villages of Navey helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Navey.
Frequently Asked Questions about Navey
- Where is Navey located?
- Navey village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Navey?
- The Gram Panchayat of Navey is Navey Shotak (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Navey?
- The pincode of Navey is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Navey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Navey is 678, with 352 males and 326 females.
- How many households are there in Navey as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Navey village has a total of 143 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Navey as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Navey is 78.17%. The male literacy rate is 85.23%, while the female literacy rate is 70.55%.