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 Sabhapati 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
According to the 2011 Census, Tokday village had a total population of 1,339 people, including 680 males and 659 females, living in 265 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.42%, with male literacy at 89.63% and female literacy at 74.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 66, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 389.
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 | 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 had a total population of 1,339, including 680 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Tokday?
Tokday had 265 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tokday?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tokday was 82.42%. Male literacy was 89.63% and female literacy was 74.91%.