West Pendam
West Pendam 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 West Pendam village. As per 2009 stats, West Pendam village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes West Pendam unique in its vibrant Gangtok-East District region. You’ll see West Pendam’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 West Pendam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of West Pendam is 261283. The village spans a total geographical area of 1124.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737134. Singtam is nearest town to West Pendam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
When it comes to local governance, West Pendam 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 West pendam 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 West Pendam
Population of West Pendam
According to the 2011 Census, West Pendam has a total population of about 6,587, with approximately 3,529 males and 3,058 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 754 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 797 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,046. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.73%, with male literacy at about 76.45% and female literacy near 64.13%. There are around 1,286 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of West Pendam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,587 | 3,529 | 3,058 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 754 | 378 | 376 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 797 | 381 | 416 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,046 | 539 | 507 |
| Literate Population | 4,659 | 2,698 | 1,961 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,928 | 831 | 1,097 |
Connectivity of West Pendam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like West Pendam. As per the 2011 stats, West Pendam 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of West Pendam
Knowing the nearby villages of West Pendam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around West Pendam.
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%.