Senchal Forest
Senchal Forest is a village located in Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.7km away from sub-district headquarter Sukhiapokhri. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Senchal Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Rangbul is the gram panchayat of Senchal Forest village.
Senchal 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 Senchal Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Senchal Forest is 306364. The village spans a total geographical area of 3019.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734102. Darjeeling is nearest town to Senchal Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Senchal Forest
Population of Senchal Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Senchal 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 | 527 | 283 | 244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 37 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 188 | 96 | 92 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 197 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 169 | 86 | 83 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Senchal Forest village:
- The total population of Senchal Forest village is around 527, including approximately 283 males and 244 females, with a sex ratio of 862 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 56 children aged 0–6 years in Senchal Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Senchal Forest village has 17 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 188 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Senchal Forest village is about 67.93%, with male literacy at 69.61% and female literacy at 65.98%.
- There are around 120 households in Senchal Forest village.
Connectivity of Senchal Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Senchal Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Senchal Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Senchal Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Senchal Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Senchal Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Senchal Forest
- Where is Senchal Forest located?
- Senchal Forest village is situated in Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Senchal Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Senchal Forest is Rangbul (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Senchal Forest?
- The pincode of Senchal Forest is 734102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Senchal Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Senchal Forest is 527, with 283 males and 244 females.
- How many households are there in Senchal Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Senchal Forest village has a total of 120 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Senchal Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Senchal Forest is 67.93%. The male literacy rate is 69.61%, while the female literacy rate is 65.98%.