Taza
Taza is a village located in Pakyong subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Pakyong (tehsildar office) and 38km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Taza village is also a gram panchayat.
Taza 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 Taza
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Taza is 261343. The village spans a total geographical area of 716.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737133. Gangtok is nearest town to Taza village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Taza 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 Taza
Population of Taza
Below is a concise population overview of Taza 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 | 1,899 | 975 | 924 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 188 | 86 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 68 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 633 | 321 | 312 |
| Literate Population | 1,296 | 725 | 571 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 250 | 353 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Taza village:
- The total population of Taza village is around 1,899, including approximately 975 males and 924 females, with a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 188 children aged 0–6 years in Taza village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Taza village has 134 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 633 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Taza village is about 68.25%, with male literacy at 74.36% and female literacy at 61.80%.
- There are around 365 households in Taza village.
Connectivity of Taza
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Taza. As per the 2011 stats, Taza had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Taza
Knowing the nearby villages of Taza helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Taza.
Frequently Asked Questions about Taza
- Where is Taza located?
- Taza village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Taza?
- Taza serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Taza?
- The pincode of Taza is 737133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Taza as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Taza is 1,899, with 975 males and 924 females.
- How many households are there in Taza as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Taza village has a total of 365 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Taza as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Taza is 68.25%. The male literacy rate is 74.36%, while the female literacy rate is 61.80%.