Icha Forest

Icha Forest is a village located in Kalimpong Ii subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.7km away from sub-district headquarter Algarh. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Icha Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Shangse is the gram panchayat of Icha Forest village.

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

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Icha Forest is 306295. The village spans a total geographical area of 261.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734317. Kalimpong is nearest town to Icha Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Icha Forest

According to the 2011 Census, Icha Forest has a total population of about 165, with approximately 87 males and 78 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 25 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 96. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.82%, with male literacy at about 60.92% and female literacy near 62.82%. There are around 33 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Icha Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 165 87 78
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 25 18 7
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 96 49 47
Literate Population 102 53 49
Illiterate Population 63 34 29

Connectivity of Icha Forest

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Icha Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Icha 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Icha Forest

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Icha Forest

Where is Icha Forest located?
Icha Forest village is situated in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Icha Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Icha Forest is Shangse (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Icha Forest?
The pincode of Icha Forest is 734317, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Icha Forest as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Icha Forest is 165, with 87 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Icha Forest as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Icha Forest village has a total of 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Icha Forest as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Icha Forest is 61.82%. The male literacy rate is 60.92%, while the female literacy rate is 62.82%.