Tashiding Forest Block - Yuksom, Gyalshing
Tashiding Forest Block is a village situated in the Yuksom subdivision of Gyalshing district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 23 km from Gyalshing and around 23 km from Gyalshing . Tashiding serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tashiding Forest Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tashiding Forest Block is 261047. The village covers a total geographical area of 8489.36 hectares and falls under the 737111 pincode. Gyalshing is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Tashiding Forest Block village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yoksam-tashiding Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tashiding Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Tashiding Forest Block village had a total population of 115 people, including 57 males and 58 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.31%, with male literacy at 73.47% and female literacy at 57.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 21 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Tashiding Forest Block
Tashiding Forest Block is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tashiding Forest Block
Tashiding Forest Block is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gyalshing to Tashiding Forest Block is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gyalshing to Tashiding Forest Block is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tashiding Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tashiding Forest Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tashiding Forest Block
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tashiding Forest Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tashiding Forest Block
Where is Tashiding Forest Block located?
Tashiding Forest Block village is located in Yuksom Subdivision, Gyalshing district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tashiding Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Tashiding Forest Block is Tashiding.
What is the pincode of Tashiding Forest Block?
The pincode of Tashiding Forest Block is 737111.
What is the population of Tashiding Forest Block?
Tashiding Forest Block had a total population of 115, including 57 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Tashiding Forest Block?
Tashiding Forest Block had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tashiding Forest Block?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tashiding Forest Block was 65.31%. Male literacy was 73.47% and female literacy was 57.14%.