Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Kreeri tehsil of Baramula district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kreeri (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Baramulla.

Forest Block has its own place in the vibrant Baramula 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 002503. Baramulla is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km 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 2,974 1,614 1,360
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 406 222 184
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1,451 796 655
Literate Population 1,123 739 384
Illiterate Population 1,851 875 976

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

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 2,974, including approximately 1,614 males and 1,360 females, with a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 406 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 1,451 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 37.76%, with male literacy at 45.79% and female literacy at 28.24%.
  • There are around 407 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.

Nalasar Nowgam Kandi Takia Yousuf Shah Bandi Bala Nagbal Darah Gutliyan Dhani Saidan Zamboor Pattan Chollan Kalsan Paran Pilan Dachi

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Block

Where is Forest Block located?
Forest Block village is situated in Kreeri Tehsil, within the Baramula 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 2,974, with 1,614 males and 1,360 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 407 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 37.76%. The male literacy rate is 45.79%, while the female literacy rate is 28.24%.