Forest Block

Forest Block is a village located in Adityapur subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gamharia (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Saraikela-kharswana. As per 2009 stats, Kalikapur is the gram panchayat of Forest Block village.

Forest Block has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan 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 379246. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.47 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 832108. Adityapur is nearest town to Forest Block village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Forest Block village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Saraikella Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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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 55 33 22
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 7 6 1
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 37 25 12
Literate Population 37 24 13
Illiterate Population 18 9 9

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

  • The total population of Forest Block village is around 55, including approximately 33 males and 22 females, with a sex ratio of 666 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Forest Block village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Forest Block village has 37 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Forest Block village is about 67.27%, with male literacy at 72.73% and female literacy at 59.09%.
  • There are around 12 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 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 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.

Tiunia Kul Diha Nawa Dih Chandanpur Karangura Ramchandarpur Jambera Gopi Dih Awlatanr Birajpur Kamalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Block

Where is Forest Block located?
Forest Block village is situated in Adityapur Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Forest Block?
The Gram Panchayat of Forest Block is Kalikapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Forest Block?
The pincode of Forest Block is 832108, 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 55, with 33 males and 22 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 12 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 67.27%. The male literacy rate is 72.73%, while the female literacy rate is 59.09%.