Dhalam
About Dhalam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Dhalam village is 261090. Dhalam village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Lower Fambong is the gram panchayat of Dhalam village.
The total geographical area of village is 217.26 hectares. Dhalam has a total population of 1,886 peoples, out of which male population is 921 while female population is 965. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1047 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of dhalam village is 74.66% out of which 78.83% males and 70.67% females are literate. There are about 372 houses in dhalam village. Pincode of dhalam village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Dhalam 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, Dhalam village comes under Daramdin Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to dhalam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
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Population of Dhalam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,886 | 921 | 965 |
| Literate Population | 1,408 | 726 | 682 |
| Illiterate Population | 478 | 195 | 283 |
Connectivity of Dhalam
| 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 Dhalam
Where is Dhalam located?
Dhalam village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dhalam?
The Gram Panchayat of Dhalam is Lower Fambong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Dhalam?
The pincode of Dhalam is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Dhalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dhalam is 1,886, with 921 males and 965 females.
How many households are there in Dhalam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Dhalam village has a total of 372 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dhalam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dhalam is 74.66%. The male literacy rate is 78.83%, while the female literacy rate is 70.67%.