Sakam Forest
Sakam Forest is a village located in Gorubathan subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19.6km away from sub-district headquarter Fagu. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Sakam Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Aahaley is the gram panchayat of Sakam Forest village.
Sakam 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 Sakam Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sakam Forest is 306348. The village spans a total geographical area of 893.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735231. Gorubathan is nearest town to Sakam Forest village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Sakam Forest
Population of Sakam Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Sakam 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 | 1,158 | 751 | 407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 43 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 203 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 881 | 640 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 277 | 111 | 166 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sakam Forest village:
- The total population of Sakam Forest village is around 1,158, including approximately 751 males and 407 females, with a sex ratio of 541 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 137 children aged 0–6 years in Sakam Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sakam Forest village has 63 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 395 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sakam Forest village is about 76.08%, with male literacy at 85.22% and female literacy at 59.21%.
- There are around 290 households in Sakam Forest village.
Connectivity of Sakam Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sakam Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Sakam 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 Sakam Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Sakam Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sakam Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sakam Forest
- Where is Sakam Forest located?
- Sakam Forest village is situated in Gorubathan Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sakam Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sakam Forest is Aahaley (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sakam Forest?
- The pincode of Sakam Forest is 735231, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sakam Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sakam Forest is 1,158, with 751 males and 407 females.
- How many households are there in Sakam Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sakam Forest village has a total of 290 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sakam Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sakam Forest is 76.08%. The male literacy rate is 85.22%, while the female literacy rate is 59.21%.