Sangkhu
About Sangkhu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Sangkhu village is 261033. Sangkhu village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 34km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Sangkhu village. As per 2009 stats, Sangkhu Radukhandu is the gram panchayat of Sangkhu village.
The total geographical area of village is 446.14 hectares. Sangkhu has a total population of 1,963 peoples, out of which male population is 1,025 while female population is 938. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of sangkhu village is 67.14% out of which 71.80% males and 62.05% females are literate. There are about 415 houses in sangkhu village. Pincode of sangkhu village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Sangkhu 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, Sangkhu village comes under Maneybung-dentam Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to sangkhu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Sangkhu
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,963 | 1,025 | 938 |
| Literate Population | 1,318 | 736 | 582 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 289 | 356 |
Connectivity of Sangkhu
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Sangkhu
Where is Sangkhu located?
Sangkhu village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sangkhu?
The Gram Panchayat of Sangkhu is Sangkhu Radukhandu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Sangkhu?
The pincode of Sangkhu is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Sangkhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sangkhu is 1,963, with 1,025 males and 938 females.
How many households are there in Sangkhu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Sangkhu village has a total of 415 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sangkhu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sangkhu is 67.14%. The male literacy rate is 71.80%, while the female literacy rate is 62.05%.