Forest Colony - Banderdewa Circle, Papum Pare
Forest Colony is a village situated in the Banderdewa Circle of Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 3 km from Banderdewa and around 34 km from Yupia. Banderdewa (new) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Forest Colony village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Forest Colony is 262337. The village falls under the 791123 pincode.
Forest Colony village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Forest Colony
According to the 2011 Census, Forest Colony village had a total population of 261 people, including 127 males and 134 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.15%, with male literacy at 88.70% and female literacy at 83.62%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 169.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 261 | 127 | 134 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 12 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 169 | 80 | 89 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 102 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 25 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Forest Colony
Forest Colony is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Forest Colony
Forest Colony is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Yupia to Forest Colony is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Forest Colony
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Forest Colony village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Forest Colony
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Forest Colony village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Forest Colony
Where is Forest Colony located?
Forest Colony village is located in Banderdewa Circle Circle, Papum Pare district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Forest Colony?
The Gram Panchayat of Forest Colony is Banderdewa (new).
What is the pincode of Forest Colony?
The pincode of Forest Colony is 791123.
What is the population of Forest Colony?
Forest Colony had a total population of 261, including 127 males and 134 females.
How many households are there in Forest Colony?
Forest Colony had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Forest Colony?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Forest Colony was 86.15%. Male literacy was 88.70% and female literacy was 83.62%.