Paiengaon Forest
Paiengaon Forest is a village located in Kalimpong Ii subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.1km away from sub-district headquarter Algarh. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Paiengaon Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Shantuk is the gram panchayat of Paiengaon Forest village.
Paiengaon 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 Paiengaon Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Paiengaon Forest is 306293. The village spans a total geographical area of 507.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734314. Kalimpong is nearest town to Paiengaon Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Paiengaon Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Paiengaon 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 | 141 | 77 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 60 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Paiengaon Forest village:
- The total population of Paiengaon Forest village is around 141, including approximately 77 males and 64 females, with a sex ratio of 831 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Paiengaon Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Paiengaon Forest village has 22 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 22 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Paiengaon Forest village is about 65.25%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 50.00%.
- There are around 37 households in Paiengaon Forest village.
Connectivity of Paiengaon Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Paiengaon Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Paiengaon 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Paiengaon Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Paiengaon Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Paiengaon Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Paiengaon Forest
- Where is Paiengaon Forest located?
- Paiengaon Forest village is situated in Kalimpong Ii Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Paiengaon Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Paiengaon Forest is Shantuk (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Paiengaon Forest?
- The pincode of Paiengaon Forest is 734314, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Paiengaon Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Paiengaon Forest is 141, with 77 males and 64 females.
- How many households are there in Paiengaon Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Paiengaon Forest village has a total of 37 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Paiengaon Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Paiengaon Forest is 65.25%. The male literacy rate is 77.92%, while the female literacy rate is 50.00%.