Dalingkot Forest
Dalingkot Forest is a village located in Gorubathan subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 3.9km away from sub-district headquarter Fagu. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Dalingkot Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Dalim is the gram panchayat of Dalingkot Forest village.
Dalingkot 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 Dalingkot Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dalingkot Forest is 306341. The village spans a total geographical area of 771.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735229. Mal Bazar is nearest town to Dalingkot Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Dalingkot Forest
Population of Dalingkot Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Dalingkot 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 | 394 | 203 | 191 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 27 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 141 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 149 | 62 | 87 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dalingkot Forest village:
- The total population of Dalingkot Forest village is around 394, including approximately 203 males and 191 females, with a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 51 children aged 0–6 years in Dalingkot Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Dalingkot Forest village has 1 person belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 55 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Dalingkot Forest village is about 62.18%, with male literacy at 69.46% and female literacy at 54.45%.
- There are around 84 households in Dalingkot Forest village.
Connectivity of Dalingkot Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dalingkot Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Dalingkot 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dalingkot Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Dalingkot Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dalingkot Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dalingkot Forest
- Where is Dalingkot Forest located?
- Dalingkot Forest village is situated in Gorubathan Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dalingkot Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dalingkot Forest is Dalim (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dalingkot Forest?
- The pincode of Dalingkot Forest is 735229, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dalingkot Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dalingkot Forest is 394, with 203 males and 191 females.
- How many households are there in Dalingkot Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dalingkot Forest village has a total of 84 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dalingkot Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dalingkot Forest is 62.18%. The male literacy rate is 69.46%, while the female literacy rate is 54.45%.