Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Bandipora tehsil of Bandipore district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 25km away from Bandipora, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Forest Block village.

Forest Block has its own place in the vibrant Bandipore 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 002769. Bandipora is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km 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 996 536 460
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 117 64 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 911 486 425
Literate Population 195 136 59
Illiterate Population 801 400 401

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

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 996, including approximately 536 males and 460 females, with a sex ratio of 858 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 117 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 911 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 19.58%, with male literacy at 25.37% and female literacy at 12.83%.
  • There are around 172 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. As per the 2011 stats, Forest Block had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

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 Bandipora Tehsil, within the Bandipore 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 996, with 536 males and 460 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 172 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 19.58%. The male literacy rate is 25.37%, while the female literacy rate is 12.83%.