Forest Village - Chandahandi, Nabarangpur
Forest Village is a village situated in the Chandahandi tehsil of Nabarangpur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 12 km from Chandahandi and around 53 km from Nabarangapur . Malgam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Forest Village village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Forest Village is 427493. The village falls under the 764077 pincode. Umarkote is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Forest Village village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jharigam Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Forest Village
As per Census 2011, Forest Village has a total population of 118 people, consisting of 55 males and 63 females. The village has 29 households and a sex ratio of 1,145 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 82 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Forest Village are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 118 | 55 | 63 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 26 | 10 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 29 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Forest Village
Forest Village is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Forest Village
Forest Village is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Forest Village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Umarkote to Forest Village is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nabarangapur to Forest Village is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Forest Village
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Forest Village village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Forest Village
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Forest Village village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Forest Village
Where is Forest Village located?
Forest Village village is located in Chandahandi Tehsil, Nabarangpur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Forest Village?
The Gram Panchayat of Forest Village is Malgam.
What is the pincode of Forest Village?
The pincode of Forest Village is 764077.
What is the population of Forest Village?
Forest Village has a total population of 118, including 55 males and 63 females.
How many households are there in Forest Village?
There are 29 households in Forest Village.
What is the literacy rate in Forest Village?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Forest Village is 30.51%. Male literacy is 47.27% and female literacy is 15.87%.