Thekabong - Pakyong
Thekabong is a village situated in the Pakyong subdivision of Pakyong district, Sikkim. It is located approximately 11 km from Pakyong and around 44 km from Gangtok. Linkey Parakha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Thekabong village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Thekabong is 261348. The village covers a total geographical area of 292.5 hectares and falls under the 737106 pincode. Gangtok is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Thekabong village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gnathang-machong Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sikkim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Thekabong
According to the 2011 Census, Thekabong village had a total population of 890 people, including 456 males and 434 females, living in 190 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 78.93% and female literacy at 70.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 192.
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 | 890 | 456 | 434 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 192 | 95 | 97 |
| Literate Population | 607 | 326 | 281 |
| Illiterate Population | 283 | 130 | 153 |
Nearby Villages of Thekabong
Thekabong 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 Thekabong
Thekabong 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 Gangtok to Thekabong is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Thekabong
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Thekabong 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 Thekabong
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Thekabong 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Thekabong
Where is Thekabong located?
Thekabong village is located in Pakyong Subdivision, Pakyong district, Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Thekabong?
The Gram Panchayat of Thekabong is Linkey Parakha.
What is the pincode of Thekabong?
The pincode of Thekabong is 737106.
What is the population of Thekabong?
Thekabong had a total population of 890, including 456 males and 434 females.
How many households are there in Thekabong?
Thekabong had 190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Thekabong?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Thekabong was 74.94%. Male literacy was 78.93% and female literacy was 70.78%.