Burikhop
About Burikhop
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Burikhop village is 261079. Burikhop village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 72km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Burikhop village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 779.62 hectares. Burikhop has a total population of 2,167 peoples, out of which male population is 1,084 while female population is 1,083. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 999 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of burikhop village is 70.24% out of which 74.35% males and 66.11% females are literate. There are about 422 houses in burikhop village. Pincode of burikhop village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Burikhop 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, Burikhop village comes under Daramdin Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to burikhop village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 34km away.
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Population of Burikhop
The population details of Burikhop 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 | 2,167 | 1,084 | 1,083 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 216 | 101 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 226 | 126 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 689 | 345 | 344 |
| Literate Population | 1,522 | 806 | 716 |
| Illiterate Population | 645 | 278 | 367 |
Connectivity of Burikhop
| 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 Burikhop
Where is Burikhop located?
Burikhop village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Burikhop?
Burikhop serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Burikhop?
The pincode of Burikhop is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Burikhop as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Burikhop is 2,167, with 1,084 males and 1,083 females.
How many households are there in Burikhop as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Burikhop village has a total of 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Burikhop as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Burikhop is 70.24%. The male literacy rate is 74.35%, while the female literacy rate is 66.11%.