Kalimpong Dansong Forest
Kalimpong Dansong Forest is a village located in Kalimpong I subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.9km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimpong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Kalimpong Dansong Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Kalimpong is the gram panchayat of Kalimpong Dansong Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Kalimpong Dansong Forest unique in its vibrant Kalimpong I-Darjiling region. You’ll see Kalimpong Dansong 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 Kalimpong Dansong Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalimpong Dansong Forest is 306230. The village spans a total geographical area of 186.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734311. Kalimpong is nearest town to Kalimpong Dansong Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.
Google Map of Kalimpong Dansong Forest
Population of Kalimpong Dansong Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Kalimpong Dansong Forest has a total population of about 795, with approximately 432 males and 363 females. The sex ratio is around 840 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 99 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 27 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 145. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.81%, with male literacy at about 73.38% and female literacy near 63.36%. There are around 171 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalimpong Dansong Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 795 | 432 | 363 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 145 | 82 | 63 |
| Literate Population | 547 | 317 | 230 |
| Illiterate Population | 248 | 115 | 133 |
Connectivity of Kalimpong Dansong Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalimpong Dansong Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Kalimpong Dansong Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalimpong Dansong Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalimpong Dansong Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalimpong Dansong Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalimpong Dansong Forest
- Where is Kalimpong Dansong Forest located?
- Kalimpong Dansong Forest village is situated in Kalimpong I Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalimpong Dansong Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kalimpong Dansong Forest is Kalimpong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kalimpong Dansong Forest?
- The pincode of Kalimpong Dansong Forest is 734311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalimpong Dansong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalimpong Dansong Forest is 795, with 432 males and 363 females.
- How many households are there in Kalimpong Dansong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalimpong Dansong Forest village has a total of 171 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalimpong Dansong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalimpong Dansong Forest is 68.81%. The male literacy rate is 73.38%, while the female literacy rate is 63.36%.