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.
Here you can discover what makes Kumai Forest unique in its vibrant Gorubathan-Darjiling region. You’ll see Kumai 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kumai Forest has a total population of about 1,393, with approximately 703 males and 690 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 159 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 107 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 240. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.01%, with male literacy at about 79.80% and female literacy near 66.09%. There are around 272 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kumai Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.