Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Beerwah tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Khag (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Budgam.

Forest Block has its own place in the vibrant Badgam 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 000523. The village spans a total geographical area of 94.7 hectares. Beerwah is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km 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 2,624 1,284 1,340
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 437 167 270
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 576 282 294
Literate Population 395 202 193
Illiterate Population 2,229 1,082 1,147

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

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 2,624, including approximately 1,284 males and 1,340 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 437 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 576 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 15.05%, with male literacy at 15.73% and female literacy at 14.40%.
  • There are around 353 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.

Pandow Pora Haranj Garoo Zabgala Pethkoot Alam Guchoo Hokalatri Chak Hokalatri Kule Hama Chana Now Pora Chak Chan Nowpora Gam Galla

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Block

Where is Forest Block located?
Forest Block village is situated in Beerwah Tehsil, within the Badgam 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 2,624, with 1,284 males and 1,340 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 353 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 15.05%. The male literacy rate is 15.73%, while the female literacy rate is 14.40%.