Parkha
About Parkha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Parkha village is 261349. Parkha village is located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Thekabong Parkha is the gram panchayat of Parkha village.
The total geographical area of village is 297.53 hectares. Parkha has a total population of 820 peoples, out of which male population is 401 while female population is 419. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1044 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of parkha village is 67.93% out of which 70.07% males and 65.87% females are literate. There are about 184 houses in parkha village. Pincode of parkha village locality is 737131.
When it comes to administration, Parkha 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, Parkha village comes under Gnathang-machong Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to parkha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 45km away.
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Population of Parkha
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 820 | 401 | 419 |
| Literate Population | 557 | 281 | 276 |
| Illiterate Population | 263 | 120 | 143 |
Connectivity of Parkha
| 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 Parkha
Where is Parkha located?
Parkha village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Parkha?
The Gram Panchayat of Parkha is Thekabong Parkha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Parkha?
The pincode of Parkha is 737131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Parkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Parkha is 820, with 401 males and 419 females.
How many households are there in Parkha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Parkha village has a total of 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Parkha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Parkha is 67.93%. The male literacy rate is 70.07%, while the female literacy rate is 65.87%.