Rakdong
About Rakdong
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rakdong village is 261253. Rakdong village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 26km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Rakdong village. As per 2009 stats, Rakdong Tintek is the gram panchayat of Rakdong village.
The total geographical area of village is 928.29 hectares. Rakdong has a total population of 2,409 peoples, out of which male population is 1,261 while female population is 1,148. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 910 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rakdong village is 72.64% out of which 78.59% males and 66.11% females are literate. There are about 510 houses in rakdong village. Pincode of rakdong village locality is 737107.
When it comes to administration, Rakdong 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, Rakdong village comes under Tumen-lingi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to rakdong village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
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Population of Rakdong
The population details of Rakdong 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 | 2,409 | 1,261 | 1,148 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 276 | 145 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 74 | 34 | 40 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 887 | 470 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 1,750 | 991 | 759 |
| Illiterate Population | 659 | 270 | 389 |
Connectivity of Rakdong
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rakdong
Where is Rakdong located?
Rakdong village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rakdong?
The Gram Panchayat of Rakdong is Rakdong Tintek (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rakdong?
The pincode of Rakdong is 737107, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rakdong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rakdong is 2,409, with 1,261 males and 1,148 females.
How many households are there in Rakdong as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rakdong village has a total of 510 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rakdong as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rakdong is 72.64%. The male literacy rate is 78.59%, while the female literacy rate is 66.11%.