Jorethang Forest Block - Jorethang, Namchi
Jorethang Forest Block is a village situated in the Jorethang subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 19 km from Namchi and around 19 km from Namchi. Tinik Chisopani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jorethang Forest Block village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jorethang Forest Block is 261199. The village covers a total geographical area of 2307.18 hectares and falls under the 737121 pincode. Jorethang is the nearest town.
Jorethang 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 Poklok-kamrang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Transport and Connectivity of Jorethang Forest Block
Public transport in the Jorethang Forest Block is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Namchi to Jorethang Forest Block is about 19 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 Jorethang Forest Block
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jorethang Forest Block village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jorethang 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 Jorethang Forest Block village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Jorethang Forest Block
Where is Jorethang Forest Block located?
Jorethang Forest Block village is located in Jorethang Subdivision, Namchi district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jorethang Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Jorethang Forest Block is Tinik Chisopani.
What is the pincode of Jorethang Forest Block?
The pincode of Jorethang Forest Block is 737121.