Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Khansahib tehsil of Badgam district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Khansahib (tehsildar office) and 38km 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 000622. Khansahib is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities.

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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 893 484 409
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 37 21 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 610 329 281
Literate Population 215 134 81
Illiterate Population 678 350 328

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

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 893, including approximately 484 males and 409 females, with a sex ratio of 845 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 610 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 24.08%, with male literacy at 27.69% and female literacy at 19.80%.
  • There are around 260 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 Khansahib 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 893, with 484 males and 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 260 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 24.08%. The male literacy rate is 27.69%, while the female literacy rate is 19.80%.