Choklong Forest - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Choklong Forest is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choklong Forest is 306481. The village covers a total geographical area of 3657.59 hectares and falls under the 734203 pincode. Siliguri is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Choklong Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Nearby Villages of Choklong Forest
Choklong Forest is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gola Forest | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Nurbang Tea Garden | West | 4.73 km |
| Latpanechar Forest | North-West | 4.78 km |
| Champasari Forest | South | 4.94 km |
| Sivoke Forest | East | 5.26 km |
| Gitingy Tea Garden | West | 5.43 km |
| Simring Tea Garden | North-West | 5.48 km |
| Sittong Forest | North | 5.62 km |
| Mahanadi Forest | South-West | 5.66 km |
| Tindharia Tea Garden | West | 6.18 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Choklong Forest
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Choklong Forest. The nearest railway station is Gulma Khola, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siliguri to Choklong Forest is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choklong Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choklong 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Choklong 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 Choklong Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choklong Forest
Where is Choklong Forest located?
Choklong Forest village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Choklong Forest?
The pincode of Choklong Forest is 734203.