Dentam
About Dentam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dentam village is 261032. Dentam village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 29km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Dentam village. As per 2009 stats, Dentam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 99.69 hectares. Dentam has a total population of 749 peoples, out of which male population is 408 while female population is 341. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 835 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dentam village is 77.30% out of which 81.86% males and 71.85% females are literate. There are about 139 houses in dentam village. Pincode of dentam village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Dentam 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, Dentam village comes under Maneybung-dentam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to dentam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.
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Population of Dentam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 749 | 408 | 341 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 334 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 170 | 74 | 96 |
Connectivity of Dentam
| 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 Dentam
Where is Dentam located?
Dentam village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dentam?
Dentam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Dentam?
The pincode of Dentam is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dentam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dentam is 749, with 408 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Dentam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dentam village has a total of 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dentam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dentam is 77.30%. The male literacy rate is 81.86%, while the female literacy rate is 71.85%.