West Pendam
About West Pendam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of West Pendam village is 261283. West Pendam village is 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 West Pendam village. As per 2009 stats, West Pendam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 1124.8 hectares. West Pendam has a total population of 6,587 peoples, out of which male population is 3,529 while female population is 3,058. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 866 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of west pendam village is 70.73% out of which 76.45% males and 64.13% females are literate. There are about 1,286 houses in west pendam village. Pincode of west pendam village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, West Pendam 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, West Pendam village comes under West pendam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to west pendam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of West Pendam
The population details of West Pendam 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 | 6,587 | 3,529 | 3,058 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 754 | 378 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 797 | 381 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,046 | 539 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 4,659 | 2,698 | 1,961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,928 | 831 | 1,097 |
Connectivity of West Pendam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Pendam
Where is West Pendam located?
West Pendam village is situated in Gangtok Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of West Pendam?
West Pendam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of West Pendam?
The pincode of West Pendam is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of West Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of West Pendam is 6,587, with 3,529 males and 3,058 females.
How many households are there in West Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, West Pendam village has a total of 1,286 households.
What is the literacy rate in West Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in West Pendam is 70.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.45%, while the female literacy rate is 64.13%.