Mal Forest
Mal Forest is a village located in Gorubathan subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 2.9km away from sub-district headquarter Fagu. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Mal Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Garubathan I is the gram panchayat of Mal Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Mal Forest unique in its vibrant Gorubathan-Darjiling region. You’ll see Mal 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 Mal Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mal Forest is 306345. The village spans a total geographical area of 2499.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735231. Mal Bazar is nearest town to Mal Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Mal Forest
Population of Mal Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Mal Forest has a total population of about 1,024, with approximately 522 males and 502 females. The sex ratio is around 961 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 95 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 112 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 468. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.41%, with male literacy at about 81.80% and female literacy near 50.40%. There are around 197 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mal Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,024 | 522 | 502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 62 | 50 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 468 | 243 | 225 |
| Literate Population | 680 | 427 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 344 | 95 | 249 |
Connectivity of Mal Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mal Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Mal Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mal Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Mal Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mal Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mal Forest
- Where is Mal Forest located?
- Mal Forest village is situated in Gorubathan Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mal Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mal Forest is Garubathan I (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mal Forest?
- The pincode of Mal Forest is 735231, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mal Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mal Forest is 1,024, with 522 males and 502 females.
- How many households are there in Mal Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mal Forest village has a total of 197 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mal Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mal Forest is 66.41%. The male literacy rate is 81.80%, while the female literacy rate is 50.40%.