Latuk
About Latuk
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Latuk village is 261353. Latuk village is located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Latuk Chuchenpheri is the gram panchayat of Latuk village.
The total geographical area of village is 521.95 hectares. Latuk has a total population of 301 peoples, out of which male population is 164 while female population is 137. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 835 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of latuk village is 56.48% out of which 60.37% males and 51.82% females are literate. There are about 73 houses in latuk village. Pincode of latuk village locality is 737131.
When it comes to administration, Latuk 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, Latuk village comes under Gnathang-machong Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to latuk village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
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Population of Latuk
The population details of Latuk 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 | 301 | 164 | 137 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 44 | 22 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 66 | 37 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 170 | 99 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 65 | 66 |
Connectivity of Latuk
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Latuk
Where is Latuk located?
Latuk village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Latuk?
The Gram Panchayat of Latuk is Latuk Chuchenpheri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Latuk?
The pincode of Latuk is 737131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Latuk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Latuk is 301, with 164 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Latuk as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Latuk village has a total of 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Latuk as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Latuk is 56.48%. The male literacy rate is 60.37%, while the female literacy rate is 51.82%.