Mangwa Forest
Mangwa Forest is a village located in Kalimpong I subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 4.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimpong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Mangwa Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Tista is the gram panchayat of Mangwa Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Mangwa Forest unique in its vibrant Kalimpong I-Darjiling region. You’ll see Mangwa 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 Mangwa Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mangwa Forest is 306233. The village spans a total geographical area of 467.01 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734312. Kalimpong is nearest town to Mangwa Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
Google Map of Mangwa Forest
Population of Mangwa Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Mangwa Forest has a total population of about 711, with approximately 376 males and 335 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 51 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 100. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.46%, with male literacy at about 65.43% and female literacy near 57.01%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mangwa Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 711 | 376 | 335 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 49 | 51 |
| Literate Population | 437 | 246 | 191 |
| Illiterate Population | 274 | 130 | 144 |
Connectivity of Mangwa Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mangwa Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Mangwa Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mangwa Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Mangwa Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mangwa Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mangwa Forest
- Where is Mangwa Forest located?
- Mangwa Forest village is situated in Kalimpong I Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mangwa Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mangwa 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 Mangwa Forest?
- The pincode of Mangwa Forest is 734312, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mangwa Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mangwa Forest is 711, with 376 males and 335 females.
- How many households are there in Mangwa Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mangwa Forest village has a total of 161 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mangwa Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mangwa Forest is 61.46%. The male literacy rate is 65.43%, while the female literacy rate is 57.01%.