Forest Colony
Forest Colony is a village located in Banderdawa circle of Papum Pare district in Arunachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Banderdewa (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Yupia.
Forest Colony has its own place in the vibrant Papum Pare region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Forest Colony
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Forest Colony is 262337. Banderdawa is nearest town to Forest Colony village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Forest Colony
Population of Forest Colony
Below is a concise population overview of Forest Colony as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 127 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 25 | 37 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Forest Colony village:
- The total population of Forest Colony village is around 261, including approximately 127 males and 134 females, with a sex ratio of 1055 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 30 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Colony village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Forest Colony village has 169 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Forest Colony village is about 76.25%, with male literacy at 80.31% and female literacy at 72.39%.
- There are around 52 households in Forest Colony village.
Connectivity of Forest Colony
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Forest Colony. As per the 2011 stats, Forest Colony had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Forest Colony
Knowing the nearby villages of Forest Colony helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Forest Colony.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Colony
- Where is Forest Colony located?
- Forest Colony village is situated in Banderdawa Circle, within the Papum Pare district of Arunachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the population of Forest Colony as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Forest Colony is 261, with 127 males and 134 females.
- How many households are there in Forest Colony as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Forest Colony village has a total of 52 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Forest Colony as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Forest Colony is 76.25%. The male literacy rate is 80.31%, while the female literacy rate is 72.39%.