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.
Mangchu 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Mangchu 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 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mangchu Forest village:
- The total population of Mangchu Forest village is around 1,210, including approximately 636 males and 574 females, with a sex ratio of 902 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Mangchu Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mangchu Forest village has 8 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 369 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mangchu Forest village is about 56.61%, with male literacy at 60.85% and female literacy at 51.92%.
- There are around 249 households in Mangchu Forest village.
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%.