Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Kokernag tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kokernag (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 003815. Anantnag is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km 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 11,344 6,067 5,277
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 2,156 1,124 1,032
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8,936 4,744 4,192
Literate Population 1,901 1,254 647
Illiterate Population 9,443 4,813 4,630

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

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 11,344, including approximately 6,067 males and 5,277 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 2,156 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 8,936 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 16.76%, with male literacy at 20.67% and female literacy at 12.26%.
  • There are around 1,411 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 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 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 Kokernag 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 11,344, with 6,067 males and 5,277 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 1,411 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 16.76%. The male literacy rate is 20.67%, while the female literacy rate is 12.26%.