Poklok
About Poklok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Poklok village is 261118. Poklok village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 11km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Poklok village. As per 2009 stats, Poklok Denchung is the gram panchayat of Poklok village.
The total geographical area of village is 411.12 hectares. Poklok has a total population of 1,768 peoples, out of which male population is 887 while female population is 881. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 993 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of poklok village is 70.31% out of which 76.66% males and 63.90% females are literate. There are about 363 houses in poklok village. Pincode of poklok village locality is 737126.
When it comes to administration, Poklok 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, Poklok village comes under Poklok-kamrang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to poklok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Poklok
The population details of Poklok 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 | 1,768 | 887 | 881 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 195 | 112 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 143 | 75 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 1,243 | 680 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 207 | 318 |
Connectivity of Poklok
| 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 Poklok
Where is Poklok located?
Poklok village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Poklok?
The Gram Panchayat of Poklok is Poklok Denchung (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Poklok?
The pincode of Poklok is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Poklok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Poklok is 1,768, with 887 males and 881 females.
How many households are there in Poklok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Poklok village has a total of 363 households.
What is the literacy rate in Poklok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Poklok is 70.31%. The male literacy rate is 76.66%, while the female literacy rate is 63.90%.