Shotak
About Shotak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Shotak village is 261303. Shotak village is located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 13km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Shotak village. As per 2009 stats, Navey Shotak is the gram panchayat of Shotak village.
The total geographical area of village is 541.99 hectares. Shotak has a total population of 1,541 peoples, out of which male population is 1,251 while female population is 290. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 231 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of shotak village is 84.49% out of which 89.37% males and 63.45% females are literate. There are about 209 houses in shotak village. Pincode of shotak village locality is 737101.
When it comes to administration, Shotak 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, Shotak village comes under Kabi lungchuk Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to shotak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Shotak
The population details of Shotak 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 | 1,541 | 1,251 | 290 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 64 | 32 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 295 | 155 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 1,302 | 1,118 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 239 | 133 | 106 |
Connectivity of Shotak
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Shotak
Where is Shotak located?
Shotak village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shotak?
The Gram Panchayat of Shotak 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 Shotak?
The pincode of Shotak is 737101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shotak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shotak is 1,541, with 1,251 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Shotak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shotak village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shotak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shotak is 84.49%. The male literacy rate is 89.37%, while the female literacy rate is 63.45%.