Mangchu Forest
Mangchu Forest is a village located in Kalimpong Ii subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.3km away from sub-district headquarter Algarh. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Mangchu Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Shangse is the gram panchayat of Mangchu Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Mangchu Forest unique in its vibrant Kalimpong Ii-Darjiling region. You’ll see Mangchu 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 Mangchu Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mangchu Forest is 306273. The village spans a total geographical area of 282.07 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734314. Kalimpong is nearest town to Mangchu Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Mangchu Forest
Population of Mangchu Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Mangchu Forest has a total population of about 1,210, with approximately 636 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 902 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 369. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.61%, with male literacy at about 60.85% and female literacy near 51.92%. There are around 249 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mangchu Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,210 | 636 | 574 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 96 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 369 | 198 | 171 |
| Literate Population | 685 | 387 | 298 |
| Illiterate Population | 525 | 249 | 276 |
Connectivity of Mangchu Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mangchu Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Mangchu 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 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mangchu Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Mangchu Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mangchu Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mangchu Forest
- Where is Mangchu Forest located?
- Mangchu Forest village is situated in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mangchu Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mangchu 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 Mangchu Forest?
- The pincode of Mangchu Forest is 734314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mangchu Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mangchu Forest is 1,210, with 636 males and 574 females.
- How many households are there in Mangchu Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mangchu Forest village has a total of 249 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mangchu Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mangchu Forest is 56.61%. The male literacy rate is 60.85%, while the female literacy rate is 51.92%.