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.
Riyong 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Riyong 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Riyong Forest village:
- The total population of Riyong Forest village is around 185, including approximately 97 males and 88 females, with a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Riyong Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Riyong Forest village has 34 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Riyong Forest village is about 58.92%, with male literacy at 68.04% and female literacy at 48.86%.
- There are around 43 households in Riyong Forest village.
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%.