Sangkhu

Sangkhu is a village located in the Dentam Subdivision of Gyalshing district,Sikkim, India. This article provides a comprehensive overview of Sangkhu, covering its demographics, population statistics, household data, administrative structure, geographical area, connectivity, educational and medical facilities, electricity supply, drinking water sources, and nearby villages.

Sangkhu Overview

Administrative & Basic Details
VillageSangkhu
Pincode737113
Area446 Sq. Km
Village Code261033
Sub-DistrictDentam
Sub-District Code6398
DistrictGyalshing
District Code228
State/UTSikkim
State/UT Code11
Gram PanchayatSangkhu Radukhandu
Gram Panchayat Code254824
Block Panchayat
Block Panchayat Code
Total Population (2011 Census)1963
Total Households415
Nearest TownGyalshing (Distance: 34 Km)

Sangkhu has a population of 1963 as recorded in the 2011 Census. It falls under the jurisdiction of Sangkhu Radukhandu Gram Panchayat and the Block Panchayat in Dentam District. The village has 415 households and is identified by village code 261033. Sangkhu is located in the 737113 postal area, contributing significantly to the rural administrative structure of Dentam Sub-District.

Total Population of Sangkhu

As of the 2011 census, Population of Sangkhu has a population of approximately 1963 people, where the male population is 1025 and the female population is 938.

Total 1963
Male 1025
Female 938

Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Population of Sangkhu

The population data for Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) in Sangkhu is as follows:

Scheduled Caste (SC)
Total Scheduled Caste 66
Male 34
Female 32
Scheduled Tribe (ST)
Total Scheduled Tribe 513
Male 256
Female 257

Household in Sangkhu

There are approximately 415 households in Sangkhu. The average household size in the village is about 4 persons per house.

Type Stats
Household 415
People / Family 4

Assembly & Parliament Constituency of Sangkhu

Sangkhu falls under the Dentam Assembly and Parliament Constituency. The nearest town to Sangkhu is Dentam, which serves as the central hub for all major economic activities in the region.

Understanding Literacy Rates in Sangkhu Village

As per the 2011 Census, Sangkhu presents important statistics regarding its literacy and illiteracy rates.

Literacy in Sangkhu Village (2011):

Total 1318
Male 736
Female 582

illiteracy in Sangkhu Village (2011):

Total 645
Male 289
Female 356

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Connectivity of Sangkhu

Connectivity Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Not Available
Communication Available

Electricity Facilities

Electricity Supply Available
Domestic Electricity Available
Agricultural Electricity Not Available
Other Electricity Uses Not Available
All Households Electrified No

Education Facilities

Has Education Facility?Available
Primary School2
Middle School0
Secondary School0
Senior Secondary0
College0

Medical Facilities

Medical FacilityAvailable
Allopathic Hospital0
Ayurvedic Hospital0
Unani Hospital0
Homeopathic Hospital0
DispensariesAllopathic: 0, Ayurvedic: 0, Unani: 0, Homeo: 0
Primary Health Centre (PHC)
Other Medical Centres0

Drinking Water Facilities

Water Facility Available
Tap Water Available
Well Not Available
Tank Not Available
Tubewell Not Available
Handpump Not Available
Other Sources Not Available

Nearby Villages of Sangkhu

Frequently Asked Questions About Sangkhu Village

The total population of Sangkhu Village is approximately 1963 people.

The male population is 1025, while the female population is 938.

Sangkhu Village has about 415 households.

The average household size in Sangkhu is approximately 4 people per household.

The total literate population is 1318, which includes 736 males and 582 females.

The total illiterate population is 645, consisting of 289 males and 356 females.

There are 24 villages in the Dentam Sub-District.

Sangkhu Village falls under the Sangkhu Radukhandu Gram Panchayat.

The Pincode for Sangkhu Village is 737113.

Sangkhu Village is part of the Block Panchayat.