Forest Block
Forest Block is a village located in Musabani subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Musabani (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Jamshedpur. As per 2009 stats, Forest Block village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Forest Block unique in its vibrant Musabani-Purbi Singhbhum 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 363951. The village spans a total geographical area of 5047 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 831002. Musabani is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Forest Block
Population of Forest Block
According to the 2011 Census, Forest Block has a total population of about 2,665, with approximately 1,304 males and 1,361 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 495 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 2,571. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.04%, with male literacy at about 53.14% and female literacy near 33.36%. There are around 511 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 | 2,665 | 1,304 | 1,361 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 495 | 239 | 256 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,571 | 1,252 | 1,319 |
| Literate Population | 1,147 | 693 | 454 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,518 | 611 | 907 |
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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Block
- Where is Forest Block located?
- Forest Block village is situated in Musabani Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Forest Block?
- Forest Block serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Forest Block?
- The pincode of Forest Block is 831002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Forest Block as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Forest Block is 2,665, with 1,304 males and 1,361 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 511 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 43.04%. The male literacy rate is 53.14%, while the female literacy rate is 33.36%.