Mechi Forest
Mechi Forest is a village located in Naxalbari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 8.8km away from sub-district headquarter Naxalbari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Mechi Forest village. As per 2009 stats, Maniram is the gram panchayat of Mechi Forest village.
Mechi 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 Mechi Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mechi Forest is 306568. The village spans a total geographical area of 1218.45 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734429. Naxalbari is nearest town to Mechi Forest village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Mechi Forest
Population of Mechi Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Mechi Forest as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 225 | 114 | 111 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 15 | 6 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 107 | 50 | 57 |
Literate Population | 139 | 75 | 64 |
Illiterate Population | 86 | 39 | 47 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Mechi Forest village:
- The total population of Mechi Forest village is around 225, including approximately 114 males and 111 females, with a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 21 children aged 0–6 years in Mechi Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Mechi Forest village has 107 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Mechi Forest village is about 61.78%, with male literacy at 65.79% and female literacy at 57.66%.
- There are around 42 households in Mechi Forest village.
Connectivity of Mechi Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mechi Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Mechi 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mechi Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Mechi Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mechi Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mechi Forest
- Where is Mechi Forest located?
- Mechi Forest village is situated in Naxalbari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mechi Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Mechi Forest is Maniram (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Mechi Forest?
- The pincode of Mechi Forest is 734429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mechi Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mechi Forest is 225, with 114 males and 111 females.
- How many households are there in Mechi Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mechi Forest village has a total of 42 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mechi Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mechi Forest is 61.78%. The male literacy rate is 65.79%, while the female literacy rate is 57.66%.