Torsa Forest
Torsa Forest is a village located in Alipurduar I subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 14.1km away from sub-district headquarter Panchkalguri (tehsildar office) and 64.5km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Purba Kanthalbari is the gram panchayat of Torsa Forest village.
Torsa 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 Torsa Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Torsa Forest is 307207. The village spans a total geographical area of 2763.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 736204. Falakata is nearest town to Torsa Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Torsa Forest village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Falakata Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Torsa Forest
Population of Torsa Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Torsa 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 | 219 | 121 | 98 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 183 | 103 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 32 | 16 | 16 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 86 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 35 | 41 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Torsa Forest village:
- The total population of Torsa Forest village is around 219, including approximately 121 males and 98 females, with a sex ratio of 809 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 27 children aged 0–6 years in Torsa Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Torsa Forest village has 183 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 32 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Torsa Forest village is about 65.30%, with male literacy at 71.07% and female literacy at 58.16%.
- There are around 41 households in Torsa Forest village.
Connectivity of Torsa Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Torsa Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Torsa 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 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Torsa Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Torsa Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Torsa Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Torsa Forest
- Where is Torsa Forest located?
- Torsa Forest village is situated in Alipurduar I Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Torsa Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Torsa Forest is Purba Kanthalbari (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Torsa Forest?
- The pincode of Torsa Forest is 736204, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Torsa Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Torsa Forest is 219, with 121 males and 98 females.
- How many households are there in Torsa Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Torsa Forest village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Torsa Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Torsa Forest is 65.30%. The male literacy rate is 71.07%, while the female literacy rate is 58.16%.