Kitam
About Kitam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kitam village is 261132. Kitam village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 15km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kitam village. As per 2009 stats, Kitam Manpur is the gram panchayat of Kitam village.
The total geographical area of village is 211.64 hectares. Kitam has a total population of 1,036 peoples, out of which male population is 502 while female population is 534. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1063 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kitam village is 77.03% out of which 81.08% males and 73.22% females are literate. There are about 213 houses in kitam village. Pincode of kitam village locality is 737126.
When it comes to administration, Kitam 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, Kitam village comes under Melli Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to kitam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
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Population of Kitam
The population details of Kitam 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 | 1,036 | 502 | 534 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 54 | 26 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 222 | 100 | 122 |
| Literate Population | 798 | 407 | 391 |
| Illiterate Population | 238 | 95 | 143 |
Connectivity of Kitam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kitam
Where is Kitam located?
Kitam village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kitam?
The Gram Panchayat of Kitam is Kitam Manpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kitam?
The pincode of Kitam is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kitam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kitam is 1,036, with 502 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Kitam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kitam village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kitam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kitam is 77.03%. The male literacy rate is 81.08%, while the female literacy rate is 73.22%.