Wak
About Wak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Wak village is 261107. Wak village is located in Namchi subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 17km away from Namchi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Wak village. As per 2009 stats, Wok Omchu is the gram panchayat of Wak village.
The total geographical area of village is 345.47 hectares. Wak has a total population of 781 peoples, out of which male population is 408 while female population is 373. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 914 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of wak village is 77.34% out of which 79.90% males and 74.53% females are literate. There are about 154 houses in wak village. Pincode of wak village locality is 737126.
When it comes to administration, Wak 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, Wak village comes under Poklok-kamrang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to wak village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Wak
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 781 | 408 | 373 |
| Literate Population | 604 | 326 | 278 |
| Illiterate Population | 177 | 82 | 95 |
Connectivity of Wak
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Wak
Where is Wak located?
Wak village is situated in Namchi Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wak?
The Gram Panchayat of Wak is Wok Omchu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Wak?
The pincode of Wak is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wak is 781, with 408 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Wak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wak village has a total of 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wak is 77.34%. The male literacy rate is 79.90%, while the female literacy rate is 74.53%.