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.
Forest Block has its own place in the vibrant Purbi Singhbhum 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 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
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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Forest Block village:
- The total population of Forest Block village is around 2,665, including approximately 1,304 males and 1,361 females, with a sex ratio of 1043 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 495 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Forest Block village has 2,571 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 43.04%, with male literacy at 53.14% and female literacy at 33.36%.
- There are around 511 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 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%.