Yuksam
About Yuksam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Yuksam village is 260981. Yuksam village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 49km away from sub-district headquarter Gyalshing (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Gyalshing. As per 2009 stats, Yuksom is the gram panchayat of Yuksam village.
The total geographical area of village is 812.16 hectares. Yuksam has a total population of 1,855 peoples, out of which male population is 999 while female population is 856. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 856 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of yuksam village is 68.52% out of which 73.27% males and 62.97% females are literate. There are about 374 houses in yuksam village. Pincode of yuksam village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Yuksam 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, Yuksam village comes under Yoksam-tashiding Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to yuksam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.
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Population of Yuksam
The population details of Yuksam cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,855 | 999 | 856 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 220 | 125 | 95 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 60 | 37 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,467 | 774 | 693 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 732 | 539 |
| Illiterate Population | 584 | 267 | 317 |
Connectivity of Yuksam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ 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 Yuksam
Where is Yuksam located?
Yuksam village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Yuksam?
The Gram Panchayat of Yuksam is Yuksom (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Yuksam?
The pincode of Yuksam is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Yuksam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Yuksam is 1,855, with 999 males and 856 females.
How many households are there in Yuksam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Yuksam village has a total of 374 households.
What is the literacy rate in Yuksam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Yuksam is 68.52%. The male literacy rate is 73.27%, while the female literacy rate is 62.97%.