Mechi Forest - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
Mechi Forest is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Naxalbari. Maniram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mechi Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mechi Forest is 306568. The village covers a total geographical area of 1218.45 hectares and falls under the 734423 pincode.
Mechi 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 Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mechi Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Mechi Forest village had a total population of 225 people, including 114 males and 111 females, living in 42 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.14%, with male literacy at 75.76% and female literacy at 60.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 107.
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 | 225 | 114 | 111 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 139 | 75 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 86 | 39 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Mechi Forest
Mechi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjha Tea Garden | North-East | 2.52 km |
| Nipania | South-East | 2.54 km |
| Marapur | North-East | 2.61 km |
| Amarsing | South | 2.63 km |
| Suraj Barer Chhat | South | 2.84 km |
| Chhota Chenga | East | 2.85 km |
| Mir Jangla | South-East | 3.54 km |
| Lohagar Forest | North | 3.55 km |
| Siubar | South | 3.60 km |
| Sirsia Tea Garden | East | 3.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mechi Forest
Mechi Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Naksalbari, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Banking and Postal Services in Mechi Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mechi Forest 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Mechi 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 Mechi Forest 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Mechi Forest
Where is Mechi Forest located?
Mechi Forest village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mechi Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Mechi Forest is Maniram.
What is the pincode of Mechi Forest?
The pincode of Mechi Forest is 734423.
What is the population of Mechi Forest?
Mechi Forest had a total population of 225, including 114 males and 111 females.
How many households are there in Mechi Forest?
Mechi Forest had 42 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mechi Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mechi Forest was 68.14%. Male literacy was 75.76% and female literacy was 60.95%.