Dholepchen
Dholepchen is a village located in Rongli subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Rongli (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Dolepchen is the gram panchayat of Dholepchen village.
Dholepchen 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 Dholepchen
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dholepchen is 261368. The village spans a total geographical area of 598.95 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737131. Rangpo is nearest town to Dholepchen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 31km away.
When it comes to local governance, Dholepchen 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 Chujachen 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 Dholepchen
Below is a concise population overview of Dholepchen 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 | 2,553 | 1,290 | 1,263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 126 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 1,916 | 1,024 | 892 |
| Illiterate Population | 637 | 266 | 371 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dholepchen village:
- The total population of Dholepchen village is around 2,553, including approximately 1,290 males and 1,263 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 252 children aged 0–6 years in Dholepchen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dholepchen village has 47 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 196 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dholepchen village is about 75.05%, with male literacy at 79.38% and female literacy at 70.63%.
- There are around 558 households in Dholepchen village.
Connectivity of Dholepchen
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dholepchen. As per the 2011 stats, Dholepchen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dholepchen
Knowing the nearby villages of Dholepchen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dholepchen.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dholepchen
- Where is Dholepchen located?
- Dholepchen village is situated in Rongli Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dholepchen?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dholepchen is Dolepchen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dholepchen?
- The pincode of Dholepchen is 737131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dholepchen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dholepchen is 2,553, with 1,290 males and 1,263 females.
- How many households are there in Dholepchen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dholepchen village has a total of 558 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dholepchen as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dholepchen is 75.05%. The male literacy rate is 79.38%, while the female literacy rate is 70.63%.