Buxa Hill Forest
Buxa Hill Forest is a village located in Kalchini subdivision of Jalpaiguri district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 54.4km away from sub-district headquarter Hamiltanganj (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Jalpaiguri . As per 2009 stats, Rajabhatkhawa is the gram panchayat of Buxa Hill Forest village.
Buxa Hill 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 Buxa Hill Forest
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Buxa Hill Forest is 307145. The village spans a total geographical area of 11662.98 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 735227. Alipurduar is nearest town to Buxa Hill Forest village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
Google Map of Buxa Hill Forest
Population of Buxa Hill Forest
Below is a concise population overview of Buxa Hill 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 | 2,889 | 1,514 | 1,375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 396 | 186 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 89 | 44 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,951 | 1,032 | 919 |
| Literate Population | 1,494 | 896 | 598 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,395 | 618 | 777 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Buxa Hill Forest village:
- The total population of Buxa Hill Forest village is around 2,889, including approximately 1,514 males and 1,375 females, with a sex ratio of 908 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 396 children aged 0–6 years in Buxa Hill Forest village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Buxa Hill Forest village has 89 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,951 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Buxa Hill Forest village is about 51.71%, with male literacy at 59.18% and female literacy at 43.49%.
- There are around 608 households in Buxa Hill Forest village.
Connectivity of Buxa Hill Forest
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Buxa Hill Forest. As per the 2011 stats, Buxa Hill 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Buxa Hill Forest
Knowing the nearby villages of Buxa Hill Forest helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Buxa Hill Forest.
Frequently Asked Questions about Buxa Hill Forest
- Where is Buxa Hill Forest located?
- Buxa Hill Forest village is situated in Kalchini Subdivision, within the Jalpaiguri district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Buxa Hill Forest?
- The Gram Panchayat of Buxa Hill Forest is Rajabhatkhawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Buxa Hill Forest?
- The pincode of Buxa Hill Forest is 735227, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Buxa Hill Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Buxa Hill Forest is 2,889, with 1,514 males and 1,375 females.
- How many households are there in Buxa Hill Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Buxa Hill Forest village has a total of 608 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Buxa Hill Forest as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Buxa Hill Forest is 51.71%. The male literacy rate is 59.18%, while the female literacy rate is 43.49%.