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.
Here you can discover what makes Forest Block unique in its vibrant Dooru-Anantnag region. You’ll see Forest Block’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Forest Block
Population of Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Forest Block has a total population of about 5,102, with approximately 2,725 males and 2,377 females. The sex ratio is around 872 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,191 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 4,956. The overall literacy rate is approximately 15.01%, with male literacy at about 19.12% and female literacy near 10.31%. There are around 828 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Forest Block's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.