Martam

Martam is a village located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 43km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Martam village. As per 2009 stats, Martam village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Martam unique in its vibrant Gyalshing-West District region. You’ll see Martam’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 Martam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Martam is 261038. The village spans a total geographical area of 520.85 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737113. Gyalshing is nearest town to Martam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.

When it comes to local governance, Martam 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 Gyalshing-barnyak 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 Martam

Population of Martam

According to the 2011 Census, Martam has a total population of about 1,963, with approximately 1,001 males and 962 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 205 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 127 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 770. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.73%, with male literacy at about 72.33% and female literacy near 54.78%. There are around 405 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Martam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

Connectivity of Martam

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

Nearby Villages of Martam

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Martam