Riyong Forest

Riyong Forest is a village located in Kalimpong I subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 25.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kalimpong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Riyong Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Tista is the gram panchayat of Riyong Forest village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Riyong Forest is 306253. The village spans a total geographical area of 10.52 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734321. Kalimpong is nearest town to Riyong Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Riyong Forest

According to the 2011 Census, Riyong Forest has a total population of about 185, with approximately 97 males and 88 females. The sex ratio is around 907 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 21 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 34. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.92%, with male literacy at about 68.04% and female literacy near 48.86%. There are around 43 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Riyong Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 185 97 88
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 21 7 14
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 34 16 18
Literate Population 109 66 43
Illiterate Population 76 31 45

Connectivity of Riyong Forest

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Riyong Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Riyong 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 Riyong Forest

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Riyong Forest

Where is Riyong Forest located?
Riyong Forest village is situated in Kalimpong I Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Riyong Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Riyong 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 Riyong Forest?
The pincode of Riyong Forest is 734321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Riyong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Riyong Forest is 185, with 97 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Riyong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Riyong Forest village has a total of 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Riyong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Riyong Forest is 58.92%. The male literacy rate is 68.04%, while the female literacy rate is 48.86%.