Sokpay
About Sokpay
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sokpay village is 261228. Sokpay village is located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 63km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Lingi is the gram panchayat of Sokpay village.
The total geographical area of village is 561.57 hectares. Sokpay has a total population of 471 peoples, out of which male population is 243 while female population is 228. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 938 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sokpay village is 70.49% out of which 75.72% males and 64.91% females are literate. There are about 89 houses in sokpay village. Pincode of sokpay village locality is 737134.
When it comes to administration, Sokpay 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, Sokpay village comes under Tumen-lingi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Singtam is nearest town to sokpay village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Sokpay
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 471 | 243 | 228 |
| Literate Population | 332 | 184 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 59 | 80 |
Connectivity of Sokpay
| 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 Sokpay
Where is Sokpay located?
Sokpay village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sokpay?
The Gram Panchayat of Sokpay is Lingi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sokpay?
The pincode of Sokpay is 737134, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sokpay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sokpay is 471, with 243 males and 228 females.
How many households are there in Sokpay as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sokpay village has a total of 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sokpay as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sokpay is 70.49%. The male literacy rate is 75.72%, while the female literacy rate is 64.91%.