Tanak
About Tanak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tanak village is 261185. Tanak village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 34km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tanak village. As per 2009 stats, Tarku is the gram panchayat of Tanak village.
The total geographical area of village is 198.89 hectares. Tanak has a total population of 857 peoples, out of which male population is 440 while female population is 417. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 947 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tanak village is 71.30% out of which 77.27% males and 64.99% females are literate. There are about 182 houses in tanak village. Pincode of tanak village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Tanak 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, Tanak village comes under Temi-namphing Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to tanak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
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Population of Tanak
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 857 | 440 | 417 |
| Literate Population | 611 | 340 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 100 | 146 |
Connectivity of Tanak
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tanak
Where is Tanak located?
Tanak village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tanak?
The Gram Panchayat of Tanak is Tarku (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Tanak?
The pincode of Tanak is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tanak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tanak is 857, with 440 males and 417 females.
How many households are there in Tanak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tanak village has a total of 182 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tanak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tanak is 71.30%. The male literacy rate is 77.27%, while the female literacy rate is 64.99%.