Tirkutam

Tirkutam is a village located in Gangtok subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 31km away from Gangtok, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tirkutam village. As per 2009 stats, Byeng Phegyong is the gram panchayat of Tirkutam village.

Tirkutam has its own place in the vibrant East District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Tirkutam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tirkutam is 261277. The village spans a total geographical area of 134.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737134. Singtam is nearest town to Tirkutam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

When it comes to local governance, Tirkutam 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.

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Population of Tirkutam

Below is a concise population overview of Tirkutam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 327 173 154
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 34 20 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 222 115 107
Literate Population 224 130 94
Illiterate Population 103 43 60

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tirkutam village:

  • The total population of Tirkutam village is around 327, including approximately 173 males and 154 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 34 children aged 0–6 years in Tirkutam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Tirkutam village has 222 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Tirkutam village is about 68.50%, with male literacy at 75.14% and female literacy at 61.04%.
  • There are around 62 households in Tirkutam village.

Connectivity of Tirkutam

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

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

Nearby Villages of Tirkutam

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

Tshalumthang Rapdang Namgeythang Byang Phengyong Nazitam Martam Mangthang Sumen Lingzey West Pendam

Frequently Asked Questions about Tirkutam

Where is Tirkutam located?
Tirkutam village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tirkutam?
The Gram Panchayat of Tirkutam is Byeng Phegyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tirkutam?
The pincode of Tirkutam is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tirkutam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tirkutam is 327, with 173 males and 154 females.
How many households are there in Tirkutam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tirkutam village has a total of 62 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tirkutam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tirkutam is 68.50%. The male literacy rate is 75.14%, while the female literacy rate is 61.04%.