Dentam

Dentam is a village 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.

Dentam has its own place in the vibrant West District region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Dentam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dentam is 261032. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.69 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737113. Gyalshing is nearest town to Dentam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 29km away.

When it comes to local governance, Dentam 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 Maneybung-dentam 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.

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Population of Dentam

Below is a concise population overview of Dentam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 749 408 341
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 66 30 36
Scheduled Castes (SC) 105 53 52
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 123 64 59
Literate Population 579 334 245
Illiterate Population 170 74 96

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dentam village:

  • The total population of Dentam village is around 749, including approximately 408 males and 341 females, with a sex ratio of 835 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 66 children aged 0–6 years in Dentam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dentam village has 105 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 123 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dentam village is about 77.30%, with male literacy at 81.86% and female literacy at 71.85%.
  • There are around 139 households in Dentam village.

Connectivity of Dentam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dentam. As per the 2011 stats, Dentam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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

Nearby Villages of Dentam

Knowing the nearby villages of Dentam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dentam.

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%.