Siktam
About Siktam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Siktam village is 261086. Siktam village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 71km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Siktam Tikpur is the gram panchayat of Siktam village.
The total geographical area of village is 201.25 hectares. Siktam has a total population of 510 peoples, out of which male population is 260 while female population is 250. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 961 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of siktam village is 68.82% out of which 78.46% males and 58.80% females are literate. There are about 109 houses in siktam village. Pincode of siktam village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Siktam 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, Siktam village comes under Daramdin Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to siktam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Siktam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 260 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 351 | 204 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 159 | 56 | 103 |
Connectivity of Siktam
| 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 Siktam
Where is Siktam located?
Siktam village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Siktam?
The Gram Panchayat of Siktam is Siktam Tikpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Siktam?
The pincode of Siktam is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Siktam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Siktam is 510, with 260 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Siktam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Siktam village has a total of 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Siktam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Siktam is 68.82%. The male literacy rate is 78.46%, while the female literacy rate is 58.80%.