Riwa
About Riwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Riwa village is 261350. Riwa village is located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Riwa Machong is the gram panchayat of Riwa village.
The total geographical area of village is 102.47 hectares. Riwa has a total population of 264 peoples, out of which male population is 120 while female population is 144. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1200 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of riwa village is 73.11% out of which 75.83% males and 70.83% females are literate. There are about 61 houses in riwa village. Pincode of riwa village locality is 737131.
When it comes to administration, Riwa 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, Riwa village comes under Gnathang-machong Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gangtok is nearest town to riwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
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Population of Riwa
The population details of Riwa 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 | 264 | 120 | 144 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 22 | 10 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 91 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 29 | 42 |
Connectivity of Riwa
| 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 Riwa
Where is Riwa located?
Riwa village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Riwa is Riwa Machong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Riwa?
The pincode of Riwa is 737131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Riwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Riwa is 264, with 120 males and 144 females.
How many households are there in Riwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Riwa village has a total of 61 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Riwa is 73.11%. The male literacy rate is 75.83%, while the female literacy rate is 70.83%.