Tokday - Yangang, Namchi
Tokday is a village situated in the Yangang subdivision of Namchi district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 29 km from Ravong and around 55 km from Namchi. Kolthang Tokday serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tokday village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tokday is 261236. The village covers a total geographical area of 229.09 hectares and falls under the 737126 pincode. Singtam is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Tokday village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rangang-yangang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tokday
As per Census 2011, Tokday village has a total population of 1,339 people, consisting of 680 males and 659 females. The village has 265 households and a sex ratio of 969 females per 1,000 males. There are 167 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 966 literate and 373 illiterate residents. Additionally, 66 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 389 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tokday are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 680 | 659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 82 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 66 | 35 | 31 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 389 | 214 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 966 | 536 | 430 |
| Illiterate Population | 373 | 144 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of Tokday
Tokday 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 Tokday
Tokday is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Singtam to Tokday is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Namchi to Tokday is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tokday
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tokday village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tokday
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tokday village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tokday
Where is Tokday located?
Tokday village is located in Yangang Subdivision, Namchi district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tokday?
The Gram Panchayat of Tokday is Kolthang Tokday.
What is the pincode of Tokday?
The pincode of Tokday is 737126.
What is the population of Tokday?
Tokday has a total population of 1,339, including 680 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Tokday?
There are 265 households in Tokday.
What is the literacy rate in Tokday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tokday is 72.14%. Male literacy is 78.82% and female literacy is 65.25%.