Sum Forest
Sum Forest is a village located in Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.4km away from sub-district headquarter Darjeeling. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Sum Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Singtamn Soom is the gram panchayat of Sum Forest village.
Sum Forest has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Sum Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sum Forest is 306176. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.35 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734104. Darjeeling is nearest town to Sum Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Sum Forest
Population of Sum Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Sum Forest as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49 | 26 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 4 | 7 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sum Forest village:
- The total population of Sum Forest village is around 49, including approximately 26 males and 23 females, with a sex ratio of 884 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 7 children aged 0–6 years in Sum Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sum Forest village has 38 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sum Forest village is about 77.55%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 69.57%.
- There are around 8 households in Sum Forest village.
Connectivity of Sum Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sum Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Sum Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Sum Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Sum Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sum Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sum Forest
- Where is Sum Forest located?
- Sum Forest village is situated in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sum Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sum Forest is Singtamn Soom (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sum Forest?
- The pincode of Sum Forest is 734104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sum Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sum Forest is 49, with 26 males and 23 females.
- How many households are there in Sum Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sum Forest village has a total of 8 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sum Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sum Forest is 77.55%. The male literacy rate is 84.62%, while the female literacy rate is 69.57%.