Bhalukhop Forest
Bhalukhop Forest is a village located in Kalimpong I subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 23.5km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimpong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Bhalukhop Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Bhalukhop is the gram panchayat of Bhalukhop Forest village.
Bhalukhop 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 Bhalukhop Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Bhalukhop Forest is 306221. The village spans a total geographical area of 855.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734301. Kalimpong is nearest town to Bhalukhop Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Bhalukhop Forest
Population of Bhalukhop Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Bhalukhop 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 | 592 | 295 | 297 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 91 | 38 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 61 | 68 |
| Literate Population | 378 | 214 | 164 |
| Illiterate Population | 214 | 81 | 133 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Bhalukhop Forest village:
- The total population of Bhalukhop Forest village is around 592, including approximately 295 males and 297 females, with a sex ratio of 1006 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 91 children aged 0–6 years in Bhalukhop Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Bhalukhop Forest village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 129 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Bhalukhop Forest village is about 63.85%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 55.22%.
- There are around 119 households in Bhalukhop Forest village.
Connectivity of Bhalukhop Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Bhalukhop Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Bhalukhop 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Bhalukhop Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Bhalukhop Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Bhalukhop Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bhalukhop Forest
- Where is Bhalukhop Forest located?
- Bhalukhop Forest village is situated in Kalimpong I Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Bhalukhop Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Bhalukhop Forest is Bhalukhop (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Bhalukhop Forest?
- The pincode of Bhalukhop Forest is 734301, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Bhalukhop Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Bhalukhop Forest is 592, with 295 males and 297 females.
- How many households are there in Bhalukhop Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Bhalukhop Forest village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Bhalukhop Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Bhalukhop Forest is 63.85%. The male literacy rate is 72.54%, while the female literacy rate is 55.22%.