Tarku
About Tarku
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tarku village is 261184. Tarku village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 29km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Tarku village. As per 2009 stats, Tarku village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 376.31 hectares. Tarku has a total population of 1,856 peoples, out of which male population is 949 while female population is 907. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 955 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tarku village is 75.05% out of which 82.61% males and 67.14% females are literate. There are about 371 houses in tarku village. Pincode of tarku village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Tarku 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, Tarku village comes under Temi-namphing Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to tarku village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
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Population of Tarku
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,856 | 949 | 907 |
| Literate Population | 1,393 | 784 | 609 |
| Illiterate Population | 463 | 165 | 298 |
Connectivity of Tarku
| 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 Tarku
Where is Tarku located?
Tarku village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tarku?
Tarku serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Tarku?
The pincode of Tarku is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tarku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tarku is 1,856, with 949 males and 907 females.
How many households are there in Tarku as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tarku village has a total of 371 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tarku as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tarku is 75.05%. The male literacy rate is 82.61%, while the female literacy rate is 67.14%.