Kaffir Forest

Kaffir Forest is a village located in Kalimpong I subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 13.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimpong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Kaffir Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Kafer Kanke Bong is the gram panchayat of Kaffir Forest village.

Here you can discover what makes Kaffir Forest unique in its vibrant Kalimpong I-Darjiling region. You’ll see Kaffir 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 Kaffir Forest

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaffir Forest is 306223. The village spans a total geographical area of 302.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734314. Kalimpong is nearest town to Kaffir Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

Google Map of Kaffir Forest

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Population of Kaffir Forest

According to the 2011 Census, Kaffir Forest has a total population of about 15, with approximately 5 males and 10 females. The sex ratio is around 2000 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 4 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.00%, with male literacy at about 60.00% and female literacy near 60.00%. There are around 4 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaffir Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 15 5 10
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 4 2 2
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 9 3 6
Literate Population 9 3 6
Illiterate Population 6 2 4

Connectivity of Kaffir Forest

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaffir Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Kaffir 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kaffir Forest

Knowing the nearby villages of Kaffir Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaffir Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kaffir Forest

Where is Kaffir Forest located?
Kaffir Forest village is situated in Kalimpong I Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaffir Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaffir Forest is Kafer Kanke Bong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kaffir Forest?
The pincode of Kaffir Forest is 734314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kaffir Forest as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaffir Forest is 15, with 5 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Kaffir Forest as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kaffir Forest village has a total of 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaffir Forest as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaffir Forest is 60.00%. The male literacy rate is 60.00%, while the female literacy rate is 60.00%.