Chumang Forest
Chumang Forest is a village located in Kalimpong Ii subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 29.6km away from sub-district headquarter Algarh. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Chumang Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Gitabling is the gram panchayat of Chumang Forest village.
Chumang 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 Chumang Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chumang Forest is 306304. The village spans a total geographical area of 512.34 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734314. Kalimpong is nearest town to Chumang Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Chumang Forest
Population of Chumang Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Chumang 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 | 120 | 63 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 97 | 54 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 75 | 45 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 45 | 18 | 27 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chumang Forest village:
- The total population of Chumang Forest village is around 120, including approximately 63 males and 57 females, with a sex ratio of 904 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Chumang Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chumang Forest village has 97 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Chumang Forest village is about 62.50%, with male literacy at 71.43% and female literacy at 52.63%.
- There are around 23 households in Chumang Forest village.
Connectivity of Chumang Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chumang Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Chumang Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chumang Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Chumang Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chumang Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chumang Forest
- Where is Chumang Forest located?
- Chumang Forest village is situated in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chumang Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chumang Forest is Gitabling (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chumang Forest?
- The pincode of Chumang Forest is 734314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chumang Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chumang Forest is 120, with 63 males and 57 females.
- How many households are there in Chumang Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chumang Forest village has a total of 23 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chumang Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chumang Forest is 62.50%. The male literacy rate is 71.43%, while the female literacy rate is 52.63%.