Panthabari Forest
Panthabari Forest is a village located in Mirik subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.6km away from sub-district headquarter Mirik. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Panthabari Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Chenga Panighata is the gram panchayat of Panthabari Forest village.
Panthabari 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 Panthabari Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Panthabari Forest is 306416. The village spans a total geographical area of 627.67 hectares. Siliguri is nearest town to Panthabari Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.
Google Map of Panthabari Forest
Population of Panthabari Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Panthabari 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 | 556 | 276 | 280 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 47 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 155 | 80 | 75 |
| Literate Population | 314 | 178 | 136 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 98 | 144 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Panthabari Forest village:
- The total population of Panthabari Forest village is around 556, including approximately 276 males and 280 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 90 children aged 0–6 years in Panthabari Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Panthabari Forest village has 36 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 155 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Panthabari Forest village is about 56.47%, with male literacy at 64.49% and female literacy at 48.57%.
- There are around 119 households in Panthabari Forest village.
Connectivity of Panthabari Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Panthabari Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Panthabari 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Panthabari Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Panthabari Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Panthabari Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Panthabari Forest
- Where is Panthabari Forest located?
- Panthabari Forest village is situated in Mirik Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Panthabari Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Panthabari Forest is Chenga Panighata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Panthabari Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Panthabari Forest is 556, with 276 males and 280 females.
- How many households are there in Panthabari Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Panthabari Forest village has a total of 119 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Panthabari Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Panthabari Forest is 56.47%. The male literacy rate is 64.49%, while the female literacy rate is 48.57%.