Bakkhim
About Bakkhim
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bakkhim village is 261214. Bakkhim village is located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Kewzing Bakhim is the gram panchayat of Bakkhim village.
The total geographical area of village is 272.1 hectares. Bakkhim has a total population of 925 peoples, out of which male population is 498 while female population is 427. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 857 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bakkhim village is 73.41% out of which 78.11% males and 67.92% females are literate. There are about 193 houses in bakkhim village. Pincode of bakkhim village locality is 737139.
When it comes to administration, Bakkhim 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, Bakkhim village comes under Barfung Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Namchi is nearest town to bakkhim village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Bakkhim
The population details of Bakkhim 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 | 925 | 498 | 427 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 76 | 35 | 41 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 597 | 336 | 261 |
| Literate Population | 679 | 389 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 109 | 137 |
Connectivity of Bakkhim
| 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 Bakkhim
Where is Bakkhim located?
Bakkhim village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bakkhim?
The Gram Panchayat of Bakkhim is Kewzing Bakhim (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bakkhim?
The pincode of Bakkhim is 737139, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bakkhim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bakkhim is 925, with 498 males and 427 females.
How many households are there in Bakkhim as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bakkhim village has a total of 193 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bakkhim as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bakkhim is 73.41%. The male literacy rate is 78.11%, while the female literacy rate is 67.92%.