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.
Here you can discover what makes Sittong Forest unique in its vibrant Kurseong-Darjiling region. You’ll see Sittong 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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Sittong Forest has a total population of about 2,930, with approximately 1,468 males and 1,462 females. The sex ratio is around 995 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 225 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 192 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,057. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.87%, with male literacy at about 82.83% and female literacy near 68.88%. There are around 632 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Sittong Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.