Lehti Forest
Lehti Forest is a village located in Gorubathan subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25.3km away from sub-district headquarter Fagu. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Lehti Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Pokhreybong is the gram panchayat of Lehti Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Lehti Forest unique in its vibrant Gorubathan-Darjiling region. You’ll see Lehti 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 Lehti Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lehti Forest is 306334. The village spans a total geographical area of 1853.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734319. Mal Bazar is nearest town to Lehti Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Lehti Forest
Population of Lehti Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Lehti Forest has a total population of about 266, with approximately 129 males and 137 females. The sex ratio is around 1062 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 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 58. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.90%, with male literacy at about 71.32% and female literacy near 51.09%. There are around 48 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lehti Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 266 | 129 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 92 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 104 | 37 | 67 |
Connectivity of Lehti Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lehti Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Lehti 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Lehti Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Lehti Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lehti Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lehti Forest
- Where is Lehti Forest located?
- Lehti Forest village is situated in Gorubathan Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lehti Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lehti Forest is Pokhreybong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lehti Forest?
- The pincode of Lehti Forest is 734319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lehti Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lehti Forest is 266, with 129 males and 137 females.
- How many households are there in Lehti Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lehti Forest village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lehti Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lehti Forest is 60.90%. The male literacy rate is 71.32%, while the female literacy rate is 51.09%.