Kau
About Kau
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kau village is 261232. Kau village is located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Paiyong is the gram panchayat of Kau village.
The total geographical area of village is 246.67 hectares. Kau has a total population of 399 peoples, out of which male population is 211 while female population is 188. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 890 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kau village is 71.18% out of which 79.62% males and 61.70% females are literate. There are about 75 houses in kau village. Pincode of kau village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Kau 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, Kau village comes under Tumen-lingi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to kau village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
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Population of Kau
The population details of Kau 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 | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 54 | 22 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 177 | 93 | 84 |
| Literate Population | 284 | 168 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 115 | 43 | 72 |
Connectivity of Kau
| 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 Kau
Where is Kau located?
Kau village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kau?
The Gram Panchayat of Kau is Paiyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kau?
The pincode of Kau is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kau is 399, with 211 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Kau as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kau village has a total of 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kau as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kau is 71.18%. The male literacy rate is 79.62%, while the female literacy rate is 61.70%.