Dikling-Pacheykhani - Pakyong
Dikling-Pacheykhani is a village situated in the Pakyong subdivision of Pakyong district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 7 km from Pakyong and around 37 km from Gangtok.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dikling-Pacheykhani is 261340. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.82 hectares and falls under the 737106 pincode. Rangpo is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Dikling-Pacheykhani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Rhenock Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dikling-Pacheykhani
As per Census 2011, Dikling-Pacheykhani village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 287 males and 293 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 424 literate and 156 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dikling-Pacheykhani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 287 | 293 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 30 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 424 | 224 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 156 | 63 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Dikling-Pacheykhani
Dikling-Pacheykhani is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dikling-Pacheykhani
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| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rangpo to Dikling-Pacheykhani is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gangtok to Dikling-Pacheykhani is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Dikling-Pacheykhani
Where is Dikling-Pacheykhani located?
Dikling-Pacheykhani village is located in Pakyong Subdivision, Pakyong district, Sikkim, India.
What is the pincode of Dikling-Pacheykhani?
The pincode of Dikling-Pacheykhani is 737106.
What is the population of Dikling-Pacheykhani?
Dikling-Pacheykhani has a total population of 580, including 287 males and 293 females.
How many households are there in Dikling-Pacheykhani?
There are 115 households in Dikling-Pacheykhani.
What is the literacy rate in Dikling-Pacheykhani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dikling-Pacheykhani is 73.10%. Male literacy is 78.05% and female literacy is 68.26%.