Martam
About Martam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Martam village is 261038. Martam village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 520.85 hectares. Martam has a total population of 1,963 peoples, out of which male population is 1,001 while female population is 962. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of martam village is 63.73% out of which 72.33% males and 54.78% females are literate. There are about 405 houses in martam village. Pincode of martam village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Martam 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, Martam village comes under Gyalshing-barnyak Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to martam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 43km away.
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Population of Martam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,963 | 1,001 | 962 |
| Literate Population | 1,251 | 724 | 527 |
| Illiterate Population | 712 | 277 | 435 |
Connectivity of Martam
| 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 Martam
Where is Martam located?
Martam village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Martam?
Martam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Martam?
The pincode of Martam is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Martam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Martam is 1,963, with 1,001 males and 962 females.
How many households are there in Martam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Martam village has a total of 405 households.
What is the literacy rate in Martam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Martam is 63.73%. The male literacy rate is 72.33%, while the female literacy rate is 54.78%.