Torsa Forest - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Torsa Forest is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.1 km from Panchkalguri and around 64.5 km from Jalpaiguri . Purba Kanthalbari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Torsa Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Torsa Forest is 307207. The village covers a total geographical area of 2763.61 hectares and falls under the 736204 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Torsa Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kumargram Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Torsa Forest
As per Census 2011, Torsa Forest village has a total population of 219 people, consisting of 121 males and 98 females. The village has 41 households and a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 143 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 183 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 32 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Torsa Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 86 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Torsa Forest
Torsa Forest 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 Torsa Forest
Torsa Forest 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 Torsa Forest.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Falakata to Torsa Forest is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Torsa Forest is about 64.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Torsa Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Torsa Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Torsa Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Torsa Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Torsa Forest
Where is Torsa Forest located?
Torsa Forest village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Torsa Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Torsa Forest is Purba Kanthalbari.
What is the pincode of Torsa Forest?
The pincode of Torsa Forest is 736204.
What is the population of Torsa Forest?
Torsa Forest has a total population of 219, including 121 males and 98 females.
How many households are there in Torsa Forest?
There are 41 households in Torsa Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Torsa Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Torsa Forest is 65.30%. Male literacy is 71.07% and female literacy is 58.16%.