Kopchey

Kopchey is a village located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 1km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kopchey village. As per 2009 stats, Mikkhola Boomtar is the gram panchayat of Kopchey village.

Here you can discover what makes Kopchey unique in its vibrant Namchi-South District region. You’ll see Kopchey’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Kopchey

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kopchey is 261129. The village spans a total geographical area of 232.63 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737126. Namchi is nearest town to Kopchey village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 1km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kopchey village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Namchi-singhithang Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Kopchey

According to the 2011 Census, Kopchey has a total population of about 727, with approximately 345 males and 382 females. The sex ratio is around 1107 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 73 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 120. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.24%, with male literacy at about 75.94% and female literacy near 74.61%. There are around 168 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kopchey's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 727 345 382
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 73 42 31
Scheduled Castes (SC) 8 3 5
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 120 56 64
Literate Population 547 262 285
Illiterate Population 180 83 97

Connectivity of Kopchey

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kopchey. As per the 2011 stats, Kopchey had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kopchey

Knowing the nearby villages of Kopchey helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kopchey.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kopchey

Where is Kopchey located?
Kopchey village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kopchey?
The Gram Panchayat of Kopchey is Mikkhola Boomtar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kopchey?
The pincode of Kopchey is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kopchey as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kopchey is 727, with 345 males and 382 females.
How many households are there in Kopchey as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kopchey village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kopchey as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kopchey is 75.24%. The male literacy rate is 75.94%, while the female literacy rate is 74.61%.