Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Pahalgam tehsil of Anantnag district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Pahalgam (tehsildar office) and 35km 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 003582. Pahalgam is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km 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 9,402 4,993 4,409
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,701 892 809
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 8,132 4,267 3,865
Literate Population 1,201 884 317
Illiterate Population 8,201 4,109 4,092

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

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 9,402, including approximately 4,993 males and 4,409 females, with a sex ratio of 883 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,701 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 8,132 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 12.77%, with male literacy at 17.70% and female literacy at 7.19%.
  • There are around 1,796 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. However, as per the 2011 stats, no information about connectivity options was available for Forest Block.

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 Pahalgam 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 9,402, with 4,993 males and 4,409 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 1,796 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 12.77%. The male literacy rate is 17.70%, while the female literacy rate is 7.19%.