Singalila Forest
Singalila Forest is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 46.4km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Singalila Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Sirikhola Daragaon is the gram panchayat of Singalila Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Singalila Forest unique in its vibrant Darjeeling Pulbazar-Darjiling region. You’ll see Singalila Forest’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Singalila Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Singalila Forest is 306145. The village spans a total geographical area of 17777.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734221. Darjeeling is nearest town to Singalila Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 130km away.
Google Map of Singalila Forest
Population of Singalila Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Singalila Forest has a total population of about 1,632, with approximately 842 males and 790 females. The sex ratio is around 938 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 189 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,039. The overall literacy rate is approximately 63.30%, with male literacy at about 71.85% and female literacy near 54.18%. There are around 329 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Singalila Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,632 | 842 | 790 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 189 | 89 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,039 | 546 | 493 |
| Literate Population | 1,033 | 605 | 428 |
| Illiterate Population | 599 | 237 | 362 |
Connectivity of Singalila Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Singalila Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Singalila Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Singalila Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Singalila Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Singalila Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Singalila Forest
- Where is Singalila Forest located?
- Singalila Forest village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Singalila Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Singalila Forest is Sirikhola Daragaon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Singalila Forest?
- The pincode of Singalila Forest is 734221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Singalila Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Singalila Forest is 1,632, with 842 males and 790 females.
- How many households are there in Singalila Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Singalila Forest village has a total of 329 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Singalila Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Singalila Forest is 63.30%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 54.18%.