Forest Block
Forest Block is a village located in Charar E Shrief tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Charar-e-shreif (tehsildar office) and 30km 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 000847. Charar E Shrief is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Forest Block
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,237 | 1,683 | 1,554 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 171 | 269 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,478 | 769 | 709 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 199 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,928 | 1,484 | 1,444 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Forest Block village:
- The total population of Forest Block village is around 3,237, including approximately 1,683 males and 1,554 females, with a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 440 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Forest Block village has 1,478 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 9.55%, with male literacy at 11.82% and female literacy at 7.08%.
- There are around 329 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Block
- Where is Forest Block located?
- Forest Block village is situated in Charar E Shrief 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 3,237, with 1,683 males and 1,554 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 329 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 9.55%. The male literacy rate is 11.82%, while the female literacy rate is 7.08%.