Tharpu
About Tharpu
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Tharpu village is 261093. Tharpu village is located in Soreng subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Soreng (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Gyalshing . As per 2009 stats, Tharpu village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 179.86 hectares. Tharpu has a total population of 1,117 peoples, out of which male population is 584 while female population is 533. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 912 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of tharpu village is 68.67% out of which 76.88% males and 59.66% females are literate. There are about 253 houses in tharpu village. Pincode of tharpu village locality is 737121.
When it comes to administration, Tharpu 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, Tharpu village comes under Soreong-chakung Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Naya Bazar is nearest town to tharpu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.
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Population of Tharpu
The population details of Tharpu 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 | 1,117 | 584 | 533 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 119 | 60 | 59 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 376 | 192 | 184 |
| Literate Population | 767 | 449 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 350 | 135 | 215 |
Connectivity of Tharpu
| 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 Tharpu
Where is Tharpu located?
Tharpu village is situated in Soreng Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tharpu?
Tharpu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Tharpu?
The pincode of Tharpu is 737121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Tharpu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Tharpu is 1,117, with 584 males and 533 females.
How many households are there in Tharpu as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Tharpu village has a total of 253 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tharpu as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Tharpu is 68.67%. The male literacy rate is 76.88%, while the female literacy rate is 59.66%.