Begha
About Begha
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Begha village is 261030. Begha village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 38km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Begha village. As per 2009 stats, Dentam is the gram panchayat of Begha village.
The total geographical area of village is 316.8 hectares. Begha has a total population of 1,786 peoples, out of which male population is 894 while female population is 892. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 997 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of begha village is 66.74% out of which 73.83% males and 59.64% females are literate. There are about 359 houses in begha village. Pincode of begha village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Begha 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, Begha village comes under Maneybung-dentam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to begha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Begha
The population details of Begha 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 | 1,786 | 894 | 892 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 214 | 102 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 660 | 318 | 342 |
| Literate Population | 1,192 | 660 | 532 |
| Illiterate Population | 594 | 234 | 360 |
Connectivity of Begha
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 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 Begha
Where is Begha located?
Begha village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Begha?
The Gram Panchayat of Begha is Dentam (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Begha?
The pincode of Begha is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Begha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Begha is 1,786, with 894 males and 892 females.
How many households are there in Begha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Begha village has a total of 359 households.
What is the literacy rate in Begha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Begha is 66.74%. The male literacy rate is 73.83%, while the female literacy rate is 59.64%.