Tarpin
Tarpin is a village located in Rongli subdivision of East District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Rongli (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Gangtok. As per 2009 stats, Tarpin village is also a gram panchayat.
Tarpin 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 Tarpin
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tarpin is 261371. The village spans a total geographical area of 435.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737133. Rangpo is nearest town to Tarpin village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tarpin 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 Tarpin
Population of Tarpin
Below is a concise population overview of Tarpin 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 | 1,858 | 918 | 940 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 254 | 117 | 137 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 30 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 87 | 39 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 1,293 | 693 | 600 |
| Illiterate Population | 565 | 225 | 340 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Tarpin village:
- The total population of Tarpin village is around 1,858, including approximately 918 males and 940 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 254 children aged 0–6 years in Tarpin village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Tarpin village has 64 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 87 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Tarpin village is about 69.59%, with male literacy at 75.49% and female literacy at 63.83%.
- There are around 375 households in Tarpin village.
Connectivity of Tarpin
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tarpin. As per the 2011 stats, Tarpin 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 Tarpin
Knowing the nearby villages of Tarpin helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tarpin.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tarpin
- Where is Tarpin located?
- Tarpin village is situated in Rongli Subdivision, within the East District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tarpin?
- Tarpin serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Tarpin?
- The pincode of Tarpin is 737133, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tarpin as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarpin is 1,858, with 918 males and 940 females.
- How many households are there in Tarpin as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tarpin village has a total of 375 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tarpin as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarpin is 69.59%. The male literacy rate is 75.49%, while the female literacy rate is 63.83%.