Chakung
About Chakung
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chakung village is 261097. Chakung 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 52km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Chakung village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 521.76 hectares. Chakung has a total population of 1,859 peoples, out of which male population is 930 while female population is 929. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 998 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chakung village is 73.10% out of which 80.22% males and 65.98% females are literate. There are about 380 houses in chakung village. Pincode of chakung village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Chakung 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, Chakung village comes under Soreong-chakung Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to chakung village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
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Population of Chakung
The population details of Chakung 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 | 1,859 | 930 | 929 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 142 | 61 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 53 | 27 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 325 | 165 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,359 | 746 | 613 |
| Illiterate Population | 500 | 184 | 316 |
Connectivity of Chakung
| 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 Chakung
Where is Chakung located?
Chakung village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakung?
Chakung serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chakung?
The pincode of Chakung is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakung is 1,859, with 930 males and 929 females.
How many households are there in Chakung as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakung village has a total of 380 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakung as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakung is 73.10%. The male literacy rate is 80.22%, while the female literacy rate is 65.98%.