Raydak Forest - Kumargram, Alipurduar
Raydak Forest is a village situated in the Kumargram subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.5 km from Kumargram and around 115 km from Jalpaiguri . Raidak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Raydak Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Raydak Forest is 307161. The village covers a total geographical area of 10128.1 hectares and falls under the 736201 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Raydak Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Raydak Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Raydak Forest village had a total population of 865 people, including 455 males and 410 females, living in 186 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.75%, with male literacy at 63.80% and female literacy at 46.74%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 834.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 865 | 455 | 410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 117 | 60 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 834 | 442 | 392 |
| Literate Population | 417 | 252 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 448 | 203 | 245 |
Nearby Villages of Raydak Forest
Raydak 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 Raydak Forest
Raydak Forest is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Raydak Forest is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Raydak Forest is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Raydak Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Raydak Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Raydak 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 Raydak Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Raydak Forest
Where is Raydak Forest located?
Raydak Forest village is located in Kumargram Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Raydak Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Raydak Forest is Raidak.
What is the pincode of Raydak Forest?
The pincode of Raydak Forest is 736201.
What is the population of Raydak Forest?
Raydak Forest had a total population of 865, including 455 males and 410 females.
How many households are there in Raydak Forest?
Raydak Forest had 186 households.
What is the literacy rate in Raydak Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Raydak Forest was 55.75%. Male literacy was 63.80% and female literacy was 46.74%.