Dikling
Dikling is a village located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Taza is the gram panchayat of Dikling village.
Dikling 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 Dikling
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dikling is 261337. The village spans a total geographical area of 201.51 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737106. Gangtok is nearest town to Dikling village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Dikling
Population of Dikling
Below is a concise population overview of Dikling as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 976 | 504 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 101 | 49 | 52 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 353 | 184 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 690 | 383 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 286 | 121 | 165 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dikling village:
- The total population of Dikling village is around 976, including approximately 504 males and 472 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 101 children aged 0–6 years in Dikling village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dikling village has 46 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 353 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dikling village is about 70.70%, with male literacy at 75.99% and female literacy at 65.04%.
- There are around 218 households in Dikling village.
Connectivity of Dikling
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dikling. As per the 2011 stats, Dikling 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dikling
Knowing the nearby villages of Dikling helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dikling.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dikling
- Where is Dikling located?
- Dikling village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dikling?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dikling is Taza (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dikling?
- The pincode of Dikling is 737106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dikling as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dikling is 976, with 504 males and 472 females.
- How many households are there in Dikling as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dikling village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dikling as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dikling is 70.70%. The male literacy rate is 75.99%, while the female literacy rate is 65.04%.