Pogu Forest
Pogu Forest is a village located in Gorubathan subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Fagu. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Pogu Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Pokhreybong is the gram panchayat of Pogu Forest village.
Pogu 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 Pogu Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Pogu Forest is 306337. The village spans a total geographical area of 1755.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735222. Malbazar is nearest town to Pogu Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Pogu Forest
Population of Pogu Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Pogu Forest as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 299 | 144 | 155 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 21 | 29 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 162 | 79 | 83 |
Literate Population | 140 | 77 | 63 |
Illiterate Population | 159 | 67 | 92 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Pogu Forest village:
- The total population of Pogu Forest village is around 299, including approximately 144 males and 155 females, with a sex ratio of 1076 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Pogu Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Pogu Forest village has 162 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Pogu Forest village is about 46.82%, with male literacy at 53.47% and female literacy at 40.65%.
- There are around 48 households in Pogu Forest village.
Connectivity of Pogu Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Pogu Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Pogu Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Pogu Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Pogu Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Pogu Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Pogu Forest
- Where is Pogu Forest located?
- Pogu Forest village is situated in Gorubathan Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Pogu Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Pogu 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 Pogu Forest?
- The pincode of Pogu Forest is 735222, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Pogu Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Pogu Forest is 299, with 144 males and 155 females.
- How many households are there in Pogu Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Pogu Forest village has a total of 48 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Pogu Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Pogu Forest is 46.82%. The male literacy rate is 53.47%, while the female literacy rate is 40.65%.