Village code 261321

Gangtok Forest Block Village, Gangtok Sub-Division: Map, PIN Code and Population

Gangtok Forest Block is a village in Gangtok Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district, East District district, Sikkim. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Quick answer: Gangtok Forest Block is in Gangtok Sub-Division, East District, Sikkim, India. Census village code: 261321. PIN code: 737101. Population: 352.

Gangtok Forest Block village map image for Gangtok Sub-Division, Sikkim.

Village Overview

Gangtok Forest Block is a village in Gangtok Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district, East District district, Sikkim. For Gangtok Forest Block, the population is 352, PIN code is 737101 and Census village code is 261321. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Google Map of Gangtok Forest Block, East District, Sikkim

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Gangtok Forest Block village
Village code261321
PIN code737101
Population352
Households73
Area5,500.90 ha / 55.01 sq. km / 13,593 acres
Population density6 people per sq. km
Current stateSikkim
Census 2011 stateSikkim
Current districtEast District
Census 2011 districtEast District

Postal and PIN Code Details

The table below shows post office records linked with PIN code 737101. This helps users verify the postal area for Gangtok Forest Block, but it does not prove that every listed post office is located inside the village.

Postal details for Gangtok Forest Block village
PIN code737101
Post offices linked with this PINGangtok HO and Sichey Gaon SO
Best matching post officeGangtok HO (Head office)
Delivery office records1
Postal districtEast District
Postal stateSikkim
Postal divisionSikkim Division
Postal circleWest Bengal Circle
SourceIndia Post Postal Index Number code reference data

PIN Code Boundary

Census 2011 reports PIN code 737101 for this village. View PIN 737101 post offices, villages and approximate postal boundary. Boundary data is not available in the local source. PIN boundaries are postal service area references, not village, land, survey or legal boundaries.

Location and Administration

Gangtok Forest Block comes under Gangtok Forest Block gram panchayat and Gangtok C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Gangtok Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The sub-division headquarters is Not reported at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Not reported, is Not reported away.

Administrative details for Gangtok Forest Block
Current stateSikkim
Census 2011 stateSikkim
Current districtEast District
Census 2011 districtEast District
State code11
District code244
Sub-Division / Census sub-district code0007
C.D. Block code0007
Block panchayat code0007

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Gangtok Forest Block village and its household count.

Total population

352 residents in 73 households

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: Not reported

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government primary school

Available; count: 1

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Gangtok Forest Block
Public bus serviceAvailable
Major district roadAvailable
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable
Mobile phone coverageAvailable
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopAvailable
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyAvailable

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Gangtok Forest Block
Treated tap waterAvailable
Domestic power supplyAvailable

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Gangtok Forest Block
Forest area5,500.90 hectares

How to Reach Gangtok Forest Block

The nearest major town is not reported is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Gangtok is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Gangtok Forest Block
Public bus serviceAvailable
All-weather roadAvailable

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Sub-Division, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Gangtok Forest Block. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Gangtok Forest Block
Public Bus ServiceAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
All Weather RoadAvailable
Mobile Phone CoverageAvailable
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 1
Tap Water-TreatedAvailable
Public Distribution System PDS ShopAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Daily Newspaper SupplyAvailable
Agricultural Marketing SocietyAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, sub-division, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Gangtok Forest Block village located?

Gangtok Forest Block is located in Gangtok Sub-Division, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: East District.

Which Sub-Division is Gangtok Forest Block in?

Gangtok Forest Block is in Gangtok Sub-Division. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Gangtok Forest Block in?

District: East District.

What is the village code of Gangtok Forest Block?

The Census village code of Gangtok Forest Block is 261321.

What is the PIN code of Gangtok Forest Block?

The PIN code reported for Gangtok Forest Block is 737101.

What is the population of Gangtok Forest Block?

Gangtok Forest Block has 352 residents in 73 households as per Census 2011.

Is there a government primary school in Gangtok Forest Block?

Government primary school status for Gangtok Forest Block is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Gangtok Forest Block?

Public bus service is available in the village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Gangtok Forest Block?

Mobile phone coverage is available in the village.

What is the total area of Gangtok Forest Block?

The total geographical area of Gangtok Forest Block is 5,500.90 hectares.

How many households are in Gangtok Forest Block?

Gangtok Forest Block has 73 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Gangtok Forest Block?

Treated tap water is available in the village.

Is electricity available for homes in Gangtok Forest Block?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

Is there an all-weather road to Gangtok Forest Block?

All-weather road status for Gangtok Forest Block is available in the village.

Where can I verify land records for Gangtok Forest Block?

Land records for Gangtok Forest Block should be verified through the official Ilrms portal or the local revenue office.

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