Pecherek
Pecherek is a village located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 42km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Pecherek village. As per 2009 stats, Pecherek Hee Patal is the gram panchayat of Pecherek village.
Pecherek 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 Pecherek
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pecherek is 261037. The village spans a total geographical area of 263.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 737113. Gyalshing is nearest town to Pecherek village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 42km away.
When it comes to local governance, Pecherek 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.
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Population of Pecherek
Below is a concise population overview of Pecherek as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
---|---|---|---|
Total Population | 804 | 400 | 404 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 45 | 50 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 12 | 6 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 312 | 162 | 150 |
Literate Population | 522 | 292 | 230 |
Illiterate Population | 282 | 108 | 174 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pecherek village:
- The total population of Pecherek village is around 804, including approximately 400 males and 404 females, with a sex ratio of 1010 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 95 children aged 0–6 years in Pecherek village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pecherek village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 312 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pecherek village is about 64.93%, with male literacy at 73.00% and female literacy at 56.93%.
- There are around 167 households in Pecherek village.
Connectivity of Pecherek
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pecherek. As per the 2011 stats, Pecherek had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within village |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pecherek
Knowing the nearby villages of Pecherek helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pecherek.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pecherek
- Where is Pecherek located?
- Pecherek village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pecherek?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pecherek is Pecherek Hee Patal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Pecherek?
- The pincode of Pecherek is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pecherek as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pecherek is 804, with 400 males and 404 females.
- How many households are there in Pecherek as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pecherek village has a total of 167 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pecherek as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pecherek is 64.93%. The male literacy rate is 73.00%, while the female literacy rate is 56.93%.