Rishi
About Rishi
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rishi village is 261059. Rishi village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 14km 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 Rishi village.
The total geographical area of village is 257.11 hectares. Rishi has a total population of 659 peoples, out of which male population is 330 while female population is 329. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 996 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rishi village is 65.86% out of which 75.45% males and 56.23% females are literate. There are about 117 houses in rishi village. Pincode of rishi village locality is 737111.
When it comes to administration, Rishi 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, Rishi village comes under Rinchenpong Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to rishi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 47km away.
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Population of Rishi
The population details of Rishi 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 | 659 | 330 | 329 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 85 | 38 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 490 | 246 | 244 |
| Literate Population | 434 | 249 | 185 |
| Illiterate Population | 225 | 81 | 144 |
Connectivity of Rishi
| 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 Rishi
Where is Rishi located?
Rishi village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rishi?
The Gram Panchayat of Rishi is Samdong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rishi?
The pincode of Rishi is 737111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rishi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rishi is 659, with 330 males and 329 females.
How many households are there in Rishi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rishi village has a total of 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rishi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rishi is 65.86%. The male literacy rate is 75.45%, while the female literacy rate is 56.23%.