East Pendam
East Pendam is a village 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.
East Pendam 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 East Pendam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of East Pendam is 261336. The village spans a total geographical area of 573.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737132. Rangpo is nearest town to East Pendam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
When it comes to local governance, East 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 Rhenock 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 East Pendam
Population of East Pendam
Below is a concise population overview of East Pendam 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 | 1,557 | 825 | 732 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 90 | 106 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 28 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 648 | 324 | 324 |
| Literate Population | 899 | 509 | 390 |
| Illiterate Population | 658 | 316 | 342 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of East Pendam village:
- The total population of East Pendam village is around 1,557, including approximately 825 males and 732 females, with a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 196 children aged 0–6 years in East Pendam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- East Pendam village has 58 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 648 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of East Pendam village is about 57.74%, with male literacy at 61.70% and female literacy at 53.28%.
- There are around 284 households in East Pendam village.
Connectivity of East Pendam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like East Pendam. As per the 2011 stats, East Pendam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of East Pendam
Knowing the nearby villages of East Pendam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around East Pendam.
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%.