Namphok
About Namphok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Namphok village is 261240. Namphok village is located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Sripatam Gagyong is the gram panchayat of Namphok village.
The total geographical area of village is 333.41 hectares. Namphok has a total population of 1,296 peoples, out of which male population is 657 while female population is 639. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 972 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of namphok village is 62.89% out of which 68.34% males and 57.28% females are literate. There are about 250 houses in namphok village. Pincode of namphok village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Namphok 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, Namphok village comes under Rangang-yangang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to namphok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
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Population of Namphok
The population details of Namphok 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 | 1,296 | 657 | 639 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 165 | 86 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 363 | 187 | 176 |
| Literate Population | 815 | 449 | 366 |
| Illiterate Population | 481 | 208 | 273 |
Connectivity of Namphok
| 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 Namphok
Where is Namphok located?
Namphok village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Namphok?
The Gram Panchayat of Namphok is Sripatam Gagyong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Namphok?
The pincode of Namphok is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Namphok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Namphok is 1,296, with 657 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Namphok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Namphok village has a total of 250 households.
What is the literacy rate in Namphok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Namphok is 62.89%. The male literacy rate is 68.34%, while the female literacy rate is 57.28%.