Sentam
About Sentam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sentam village is 260939. Sentam village is located in Mangan subdivision of North District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 5km away from Mangan, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sentam village. As per 2009 stats, Singhik is the gram panchayat of Sentam village.
The total geographical area of village is 431.22 hectares. Sentam has a total population of 1,317 peoples, out of which male population is 667 while female population is 650. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 974 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sentam village is 69.93% out of which 72.86% males and 66.92% females are literate. There are about 282 houses in sentam village. Pincode of sentam village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Sentam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Sentam village comes under Lachen mangan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Mangan is nearest town to sentam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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Population of Sentam
The population details of Sentam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,317 | 667 | 650 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 186 | 99 | 87 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 808 | 397 | 411 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 486 | 435 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 181 | 215 |
Connectivity of Sentam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sentam
Where is Sentam located?
Sentam village is situated in Mangan Subdivision, within the North District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sentam?
The Gram Panchayat of Sentam is Singhik (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sentam?
The pincode of Sentam is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sentam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sentam is 1,317, with 667 males and 650 females.
How many households are there in Sentam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sentam village has a total of 282 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sentam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sentam is 69.93%. The male literacy rate is 72.86%, while the female literacy rate is 66.92%.