Dalkajhar Forest
Dalkajhar Forest is a village located in Naxalbari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 20.6km away from sub-district headquarter Naxalbari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Dalkajhar Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Upper Bagdogra is the gram panchayat of Dalkajhar Forest village.
Here you can discover what makes Dalkajhar Forest unique in its vibrant Naxalbari-Darjiling region. You’ll see Dalkajhar 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 Dalkajhar Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dalkajhar Forest is 306640. The village spans a total geographical area of 2410.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734424. Naxalbari is nearest town to Dalkajhar Forest village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Dalkajhar Forest
Population of Dalkajhar Forest
According to the 2011 Census, Dalkajhar Forest has a total population of about 512, with approximately 259 males and 253 females. The sex ratio is around 976 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 16 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 286. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.88%, with male literacy at about 77.61% and female literacy near 66.01%. There are around 102 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dalkajhar Forest's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 512 | 259 | 253 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 28 | 25 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 286 | 144 | 142 |
Literate Population | 368 | 201 | 167 |
Illiterate Population | 144 | 58 | 86 |
Connectivity of Dalkajhar Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dalkajhar Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Dalkajhar Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dalkajhar Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Dalkajhar Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dalkajhar Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dalkajhar Forest
- Where is Dalkajhar Forest located?
- Dalkajhar Forest village is situated in Naxalbari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dalkajhar Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dalkajhar Forest is Upper Bagdogra (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Dalkajhar Forest?
- The pincode of Dalkajhar Forest is 734424, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Dalkajhar Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dalkajhar Forest is 512, with 259 males and 253 females.
- How many households are there in Dalkajhar Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dalkajhar Forest village has a total of 102 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dalkajhar Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dalkajhar Forest is 71.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.61%, while the female literacy rate is 66.01%.