Barphok
About Barphok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Barphok village is 261041. Barphok village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 51km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Barphok village. As per 2009 stats, Chingthang is the gram panchayat of Barphok village.
The total geographical area of village is 337.71 hectares. Barphok has a total population of 1,549 peoples, out of which male population is 797 while female population is 752. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 943 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of barphok village is 61.07% out of which 66.37% males and 55.45% females are literate. There are about 313 houses in barphok village. Pincode of barphok village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Barphok 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, Barphok village comes under Gyalshing-barnyak Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to barphok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Barphok
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,549 | 797 | 752 |
| Literate Population | 946 | 529 | 417 |
| Illiterate Population | 603 | 268 | 335 |
Connectivity of Barphok
| 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 Barphok
Where is Barphok located?
Barphok village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barphok?
The Gram Panchayat of Barphok is Chingthang (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Barphok?
The pincode of Barphok is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Barphok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Barphok is 1,549, with 797 males and 752 females.
How many households are there in Barphok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Barphok village has a total of 313 households.
What is the literacy rate in Barphok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Barphok is 61.07%. The male literacy rate is 66.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.45%.