Salkumar Forest
Salkumar Forest is a village located in Alipurduar I subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.7km away from sub-district headquarter Panchkalguri (tehsildar office) and 74.1km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Shalkumar Ii is the gram panchayat of Salkumar Forest village.
Salkumar Forest has its own place in the vibrant Jalpaiguri 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 Salkumar Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Salkumar Forest is 307221. The village spans a total geographical area of 503 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736204. Falakata is nearest town to Salkumar Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Salkumar Forest
Population of Salkumar Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Salkumar 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 | 334 | 160 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 156 | 169 |
| Literate Population | 154 | 80 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 180 | 80 | 100 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Salkumar Forest village:
- The total population of Salkumar Forest village is around 334, including approximately 160 males and 174 females, with a sex ratio of 1087 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Salkumar Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Salkumar Forest village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 325 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Salkumar Forest village is about 46.11%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 42.53%.
- There are around 66 households in Salkumar Forest village.
Connectivity of Salkumar Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Salkumar Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Salkumar Forest had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| 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 Salkumar Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Salkumar Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Salkumar Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Salkumar Forest
- Where is Salkumar Forest located?
- Salkumar Forest village is situated in Alipurduar I Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Salkumar Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Salkumar Forest is Shalkumar Ii (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Salkumar Forest?
- The pincode of Salkumar Forest is 736204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Salkumar Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Salkumar Forest is 334, with 160 males and 174 females.
- How many households are there in Salkumar Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Salkumar Forest village has a total of 66 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Salkumar Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Salkumar Forest is 46.11%. The male literacy rate is 50.00%, while the female literacy rate is 42.53%.