Bum
About Bum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Bum village is 261058. Bum village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Samdong is the gram panchayat of Bum village.
The total geographical area of village is 384.49 hectares. Bum has a total population of 635 peoples, out of which male population is 323 while female population is 312. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 965 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of bum village is 66.14% out of which 72.14% males and 59.94% females are literate. There are about 132 houses in bum village. Pincode of bum village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Bum 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, Bum village comes under Rinchenpong Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to bum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
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Population of Bum
The population details of Bum 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 | 635 | 323 | 312 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 78 | 38 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 420 | 233 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 215 | 90 | 125 |
Connectivity of Bum
| 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 Bum
Where is Bum located?
Bum village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bum?
The Gram Panchayat of Bum is Samdong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Bum?
The pincode of Bum is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Bum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bum is 635, with 323 males and 312 females.
How many households are there in Bum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Bum village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bum is 66.14%. The male literacy rate is 72.14%, while the female literacy rate is 59.94%.