Karthok
About Karthok
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Karthok village is 261078. Karthok village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 73km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Karthok Bojek is the gram panchayat of Karthok village.
The total geographical area of village is 255.8 hectares. Karthok has a total population of 619 peoples, out of which male population is 333 while female population is 286. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 858 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of karthok village is 68.82% out of which 80.18% males and 55.59% females are literate. There are about 128 houses in karthok village. Pincode of karthok village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Karthok 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, Karthok village comes under Soreong-chakung Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to karthok village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Karthok
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 619 | 333 | 286 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 267 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 193 | 66 | 127 |
Connectivity of Karthok
| 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 Karthok
Where is Karthok located?
Karthok village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karthok?
The Gram Panchayat of Karthok is Karthok Bojek (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karthok?
The pincode of Karthok is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karthok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karthok is 619, with 333 males and 286 females.
How many households are there in Karthok as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karthok village has a total of 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karthok as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karthok is 68.82%. The male literacy rate is 80.18%, while the female literacy rate is 55.59%.