Sukna Forest
Sukna Forest is a village located in Kurseong subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 39.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kurseong. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Sukna Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Sukna is the gram panchayat of Sukna Forest village.
Sukna 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 Sukna Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Sukna Forest is 306443. The village spans a total geographical area of 1550.77 hectares. Siliguri is nearest town to Sukna Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Sukna Forest
Population of Sukna Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Sukna 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 | 151 | 73 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 66 | 56 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 7 | 22 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Sukna Forest village:
- The total population of Sukna Forest village is around 151, including approximately 73 males and 78 females, with a sex ratio of 1068 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 13 children aged 0–6 years in Sukna Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Sukna Forest village has 11 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 6 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Sukna Forest village is about 80.79%, with male literacy at 90.41% and female literacy at 71.79%.
- There are around 39 households in Sukna Forest village.
Connectivity of Sukna Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Sukna Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Sukna 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Sukna Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Sukna Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Sukna Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Sukna Forest
- Where is Sukna Forest located?
- Sukna Forest village is situated in Kurseong Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Sukna Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Sukna Forest is Sukna (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Sukna Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Sukna Forest is 151, with 73 males and 78 females.
- How many households are there in Sukna Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Sukna Forest village has a total of 39 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Sukna Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Sukna Forest is 80.79%. The male literacy rate is 90.41%, while the female literacy rate is 71.79%.