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.
Here you can discover what makes Mangpong Forest unique in its vibrant Kalimpong I-Darjiling region. You’ll see Mangpong 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Mangpong Forest has a total population of about 1,111, with approximately 598 males and 513 females. The sex ratio is around 857 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 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 541. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.13%, with male literacy at about 69.23% and female literacy near 49.51%. There are around 246 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mangpong Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.