Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Dooru tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Dooru (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Anantnag.

Forest Block has its own place in the vibrant Anantnag 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 Block

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Forest Block is 003877. Verinag is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 21km away.

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Population of Forest Block

Below is a concise population overview of Forest Block as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,102 2,725 2,377
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,191 639 552
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4,956 2,648 2,308
Literate Population 766 521 245
Illiterate Population 4,336 2,204 2,132

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Forest Block village:

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 5,102, including approximately 2,725 males and 2,377 females, with a sex ratio of 872 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,191 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 4,956 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 15.01%, with male literacy at 19.12% and female literacy at 10.31%.
  • There are around 828 households in Forest Block village.

Connectivity of Forest Block

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Forest Block. As per the 2011 stats, Forest Block had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Forest Block

Knowing the nearby villages of Forest Block helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Forest Block.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Block

Where is Forest Block located?
Forest Block village is situated in Dooru Tehsil, within the Anantnag district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the population of Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Forest Block is 5,102, with 2,725 males and 2,377 females.
How many households are there in Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Forest Block village has a total of 828 households.
What is the literacy rate in Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Forest Block is 15.01%. The male literacy rate is 19.12%, while the female literacy rate is 10.31%.