Thekabung

Thekabung 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 44km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Thekabong Parkha is the gram panchayat of Thekabung village.

Here you can discover what makes Thekabung unique in its vibrant Pakyong-East District region. You’ll see Thekabung’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Thekabung

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Thekabung is 261348. The village spans a total geographical area of 292.5 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737133. Gangtok is nearest town to Thekabung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.

When it comes to local governance, Thekabung 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 Gnathang-machong 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.

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Population of Thekabung

According to the 2011 Census, Thekabung has a total population of about 890, with approximately 456 males and 434 females. The sex ratio is around 951 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 192. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.20%, with male literacy at about 71.49% and female literacy near 64.75%. There are around 190 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Thekabung's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 890 456 434
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 80 43 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1 1 N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 192 95 97
Literate Population 607 326 281
Illiterate Population 283 130 153

Connectivity of Thekabung

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Thekabung. As per the 2011 stats, Thekabung had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Thekabung

Knowing the nearby villages of Thekabung helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Thekabung.

Frequently Asked Questions about Thekabung

Where is Thekabung located?
Thekabung village is situated in Pakyong Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekabung?
The Gram Panchayat of Thekabung 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 Thekabung?
The pincode of Thekabung is 737133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Thekabung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Thekabung is 890, with 456 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Thekabung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Thekabung village has a total of 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thekabung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Thekabung is 68.20%. The male literacy rate is 71.49%, while the female literacy rate is 64.75%.