Dikchu, also spelled Dickchou, is located in
East Sikkim District in
Sikkim. It lies near the district’s border with
North Sikkim District. It is around 20 km north of
Gangtok.
Dikchu lies at an altitude of 4,685 ft and is rich in natural resources such as copper and zinc. The place also experiences the maximum rainfall. Teesta, a major river in the state, flows through the town. The physical features of Dikchu, makes it an ideal destination for various adventure activities such as river rafting, hiking, biking and cycling.
Nearest airport is Civil Enclave Bagdogra in Bagdogra. Nearest railhead is Darjeeling Railway Station.
