Sittong Forest
Sittong Forest is a village located in Kurseong subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 76.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kurseong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Sittong Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Settong Iii is the gram panchayat of Sittong Forest village.
Sittong 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 Sittong Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sittong Forest is 306479. The village spans a total geographical area of 3189.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734008. Siliguri is nearest town to Sittong Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Sittong Forest
Population of Sittong Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Sittong 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 | 2,930 | 1,468 | 1,462 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 225 | 113 | 112 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 92 | 100 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,057 | 540 | 517 |
| Literate Population | 2,223 | 1,216 | 1,007 |
| Illiterate Population | 707 | 252 | 455 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sittong Forest village:
- The total population of Sittong Forest village is around 2,930, including approximately 1,468 males and 1,462 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 225 children aged 0–6 years in Sittong Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sittong Forest village has 192 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,057 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sittong Forest village is about 75.87%, with male literacy at 82.83% and female literacy at 68.88%.
- There are around 632 households in Sittong Forest village.
Connectivity of Sittong Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sittong Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Sittong 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 Sittong Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Sittong Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sittong Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sittong Forest
- Where is Sittong Forest located?
- Sittong Forest village is situated in Kurseong Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sittong Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sittong Forest is Settong Iii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Sittong Forest?
- The pincode of Sittong Forest is 734008, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Sittong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sittong Forest is 2,930, with 1,468 males and 1,462 females.
- How many households are there in Sittong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sittong Forest village has a total of 632 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sittong Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sittong Forest is 75.87%. The male literacy rate is 82.83%, while the female literacy rate is 68.88%.