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.
Lava 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Lava 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Lava Forest village:
- The total population of Lava Forest village is around 173, including approximately 95 males and 78 females, with a sex ratio of 821 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 26 children aged 0–6 years in Lava Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Lava Forest village has 170 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Lava Forest village is about 68.21%, with male literacy at 74.74% and female literacy at 60.26%.
- There are around 32 households in Lava Forest village.
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%.