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.
Here you can discover what makes Forest Block unique in its vibrant Beerwah-Badgam 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 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.
Google Map of Forest Block
Population of Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Forest Block has a total population of about 2,624, with approximately 1,284 males and 1,340 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 437 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 576. The overall literacy rate is approximately 15.05%, with male literacy at about 15.73% and female literacy near 14.40%. There are around 353 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 | 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 |
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.
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%.