Kumai Forest
Kumai Forest is a village located in Gorubathan subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 28.7km away from sub-district headquarter Fagu. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Kumai Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Kumai is the gram panchayat of Kumai Forest village.
Kumai 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 Kumai Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kumai Forest is 306325. The village spans a total geographical area of 1367.04 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735206. Mal Bazar is nearest town to Kumai Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
Google Map of Kumai Forest
Population of Kumai Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Kumai 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 | 1,393 | 703 | 690 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 47 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 240 | 122 | 118 |
| Literate Population | 1,017 | 561 | 456 |
| Illiterate Population | 376 | 142 | 234 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kumai Forest village:
- The total population of Kumai Forest village is around 1,393, including approximately 703 males and 690 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 159 children aged 0–6 years in Kumai Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kumai Forest village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 240 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kumai Forest village is about 73.01%, with male literacy at 79.80% and female literacy at 66.09%.
- There are around 272 households in Kumai Forest village.
Connectivity of Kumai Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kumai Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Kumai 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 Kumai Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Kumai Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kumai Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kumai Forest
- Where is Kumai Forest located?
- Kumai Forest village is situated in Gorubathan Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kumai Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kumai Forest is Kumai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kumai Forest?
- The pincode of Kumai Forest is 735206, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kumai Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kumai Forest is 1,393, with 703 males and 690 females.
- How many households are there in Kumai Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kumai Forest village has a total of 272 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kumai Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kumai Forest is 73.01%. The male literacy rate is 79.80%, while the female literacy rate is 66.09%.