Forest Block
Forest Block is a village located in Tangmarg tehsil of Baramula district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Tangmarg (tehsildar office) and 28km 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 002699. Gulmarg is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
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 | 4,994 | 3,802 | 1,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 352 | 175 | 177 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 115 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,307 | 1,216 | 1,091 |
| Literate Population | 2,701 | 2,637 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,293 | 1,165 | 1,128 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Forest Block village:
- The total population of Forest Block village is around 4,994, including approximately 3,802 males and 1,192 females, with a sex ratio of 313 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 352 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Forest Block village has 115 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2,307 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 54.08%, with male literacy at 69.36% and female literacy at 5.37%.
- There are around 1,638 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 Tangmarg 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 4,994, with 3,802 males and 1,192 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 1,638 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 54.08%. The male literacy rate is 69.36%, while the female literacy rate is 5.37%.