Forest Block
Forest Block is a village located in Kangan tehsil of Ganderbal district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Kangan (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Ganderbal.
Here you can discover what makes Forest Block unique in its vibrant Kangan-Ganderbal region. You’ll see Forest Block’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Forest Block
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Forest Block is 002925. Ganderbal is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Forest Block
Population of Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Forest Block has a total population of about 14,975, with approximately 8,304 males and 6,671 females. The sex ratio is around 803 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 3,145 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 12,826. The overall literacy rate is approximately 26.40%, with male literacy at about 33.80% and female literacy near 17.18%. There are around 2,390 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Forest Block's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,975 | 8,304 | 6,671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3,145 | 1,681 | 1,464 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 12,826 | 6,994 | 5,832 |
| Literate Population | 3,953 | 2,807 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 11,022 | 5,497 | 5,525 |
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 Kangan Tehsil, within the Ganderbal 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 14,975, with 8,304 males and 6,671 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 2,390 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 26.40%. The male literacy rate is 33.80%, while the female literacy rate is 17.18%.