Tinkitam
Tinkitam is a village located in Ravong subdivision of South District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Ravong (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Namchi. As per 2009 stats, Tinkitam Rayong is the gram panchayat of Tinkitam village.
Here you can discover what makes Tinkitam unique in its vibrant Ravong-South District region. You’ll see Tinkitam’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Tinkitam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Tinkitam is 261224. The village spans a total geographical area of 526.02 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737126. Namchi is nearest town to Tinkitam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
When it comes to local governance, Tinkitam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Barfung Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Tinkitam
Population of Tinkitam
According to the 2011 Census, Tinkitam has a total population of about 749, with approximately 405 males and 344 females. The sex ratio is around 849 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 323. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.15%, with male literacy at about 66.17% and female literacy near 59.59%. There are around 148 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Tinkitam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 749 | 405 | 344 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 41 | 31 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 5 | 16 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 323 | 177 | 146 |
Literate Population | 473 | 268 | 205 |
Illiterate Population | 276 | 137 | 139 |
Connectivity of Tinkitam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Tinkitam. As per the 2011 stats, Tinkitam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Tinkitam
Knowing the nearby villages of Tinkitam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Tinkitam.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tinkitam
- Where is Tinkitam located?
- Tinkitam village is situated in Ravong Subdivision, within the South District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Tinkitam?
- The Gram Panchayat of Tinkitam is Tinkitam Rayong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Tinkitam?
- The pincode of Tinkitam is 737126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Tinkitam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tinkitam is 749, with 405 males and 344 females.
- How many households are there in Tinkitam as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Tinkitam village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Tinkitam as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tinkitam is 63.15%. The male literacy rate is 66.17%, while the female literacy rate is 59.59%.