Lava Forest
Lava Forest is a village located in Kalimpong Ii subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.5km away from sub-district headquarter Algarh. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Lava Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Lava Gitabeong is the gram panchayat of Lava Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Lava Forest unique in its vibrant Kalimpong Ii-Darjiling region. You’ll see Lava 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 Lava Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Lava Forest is 306287. The village spans a total geographical area of 927.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734319. Kalimpong is nearest town to Lava Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Lava Forest
Population of Lava Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Lava Forest has a total population of about 173, with approximately 95 males and 78 females. The sex ratio is around 821 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 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 170. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.21%, with male literacy at about 74.74% and female literacy near 60.26%. There are around 32 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Lava Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 173 | 95 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 118 | 71 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 24 | 31 |
Connectivity of Lava Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Lava Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Lava 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 Lava Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Lava Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Lava Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Lava Forest
- Where is Lava Forest located?
- Lava Forest village is situated in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Lava Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Lava Forest is Lava Gitabeong (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Lava Forest?
- The pincode of Lava Forest is 734319, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Lava Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Lava Forest is 173, with 95 males and 78 females.
- How many households are there in Lava Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Lava Forest village has a total of 32 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Lava Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Lava Forest is 68.21%. The male literacy rate is 74.74%, while the female literacy rate is 60.26%.