Nilpara Forest - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Nilpara Forest is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16 km from Hamiltanganj and around 85.2 km from Jalpaiguri . Malangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nilpara Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nilpara Forest is 307108. The village covers a total geographical area of 159.45 hectares and falls under the 735215 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Nilpara Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Nilpara Forest
As per Census 2011, Nilpara Forest village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 52 males and 60 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 22 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 13 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nilpara Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 52 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 42 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 10 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Nilpara Forest
Nilpara Forest is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nilpara Forest
Nilpara Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within <1 km of Nilpara Forest.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Nilpara Forest is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Nilpara Forest is about 85.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nilpara Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nilpara Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nilpara Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nilpara Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Nilpara Forest
Where is Nilpara Forest located?
Nilpara Forest village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nilpara Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Nilpara Forest is Malangi.
What is the pincode of Nilpara Forest?
The pincode of Nilpara Forest is 735215.
What is the population of Nilpara Forest?
Nilpara Forest has a total population of 112, including 52 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Nilpara Forest?
There are 27 households in Nilpara Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Nilpara Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nilpara Forest is 70.54%. Male literacy is 80.77% and female literacy is 61.67%.