East Pendam
About East Pendam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of East Pendam village is 261336. East Pendam village is located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, East Pendam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 573.63 hectares. East Pendam has a total population of 1,557 peoples, out of which male population is 825 while female population is 732. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 887 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of east pendam village is 57.74% out of which 61.70% males and 53.28% females are literate. There are about 284 houses in east pendam village. Pincode of east pendam village locality is 737132.
When it comes to administration, East 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, East Pendam village comes under Rhenock Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Rangpo is nearest town to east pendam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of East Pendam
The population details of East 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 | 1,557 | 825 | 732 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 196 | 90 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 648 | 324 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 509 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 316 | 342 |
Connectivity of East Pendam
| 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 East Pendam
Where is East Pendam located?
East Pendam village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of East Pendam?
East Pendam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of East Pendam?
The pincode of East Pendam is 737132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of East Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of East Pendam is 1,557, with 825 males and 732 females.
How many households are there in East Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, East Pendam village has a total of 284 households.
What is the literacy rate in East Pendam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in East Pendam is 57.74%. The male literacy rate is 61.70%, while the female literacy rate is 53.28%.