Mangpong Forest
Mangpong Forest is a village located in Kalimpong I subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 59km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimpong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Mangpong Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Tista is the gram panchayat of Mangpong Forest village.
Mangpong 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 Mangpong Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mangpong Forest is 306264. The village spans a total geographical area of 4173.16 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734314. Siliguri is nearest town to Mangpong Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Mangpong Forest
Population of Mangpong Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Mangpong 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 | 1,111 | 598 | 513 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 151 | 89 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 541 | 291 | 250 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 414 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 443 | 184 | 259 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mangpong Forest village:
- The total population of Mangpong Forest village is around 1,111, including approximately 598 males and 513 females, with a sex ratio of 857 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Mangpong Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mangpong Forest village has 27 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 541 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mangpong Forest village is about 60.13%, with male literacy at 69.23% and female literacy at 49.51%.
- There are around 246 households in Mangpong Forest village.
Connectivity of Mangpong Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mangpong Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Mangpong 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 Mangpong Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Mangpong Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mangpong Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mangpong Forest
- Where is Mangpong Forest located?
- Mangpong Forest village is situated in Kalimpong I Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mangpong Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mangpong Forest is Tista (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mangpong Forest?
- The pincode of Mangpong Forest is 734314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mangpong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mangpong Forest is 1,111, with 598 males and 513 females.
- How many households are there in Mangpong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mangpong Forest village has a total of 246 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mangpong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mangpong Forest is 60.13%. The male literacy rate is 69.23%, while the female literacy rate is 49.51%.