Village code 364167

Forest Block Village, Gurbandha Block: Map, PIN Code and Population

Forest Block is a village in Gurbandha Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purbi Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. This page gives the village map, PIN code, population, village code, gram panchayat, public facilities, roads, water, power, land use and nearby village links in one place.

Forest Block village map in Jharkhand
Forest Block village map image for Gurbandha Block, Jharkhand.

Village Overview

Forest Block is a village in Gurbandha Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district, Purbi Singhbhum district, Jharkhand. For Forest Block, the population is 1,205 and Census village code is 364167. Use this page to understand the basic location, Census village data, public services and nearby villages before checking official records.

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Source year

Census 2011 for population and village code, with public village directory data for facilities

Important note

Map and data are for general information. Verify legal and land records from official sources.

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Quick Facts

Quick facts for Forest Block village
Village code364167
Population1,205
Households247
Area4,013 ha / 40.13 sq. km / 9,916 acres
Population density30 people per sq. km
Sex ratio956 females per 1,000 males
Nearest townJugsalai (28 km)
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtPurbi Singhbhum
Census 2011 districtPurbi Singhbhum

Location and Administration

Forest Block comes under Forest Block gram panchayat and Gurbandha C.D. Block. Its local administrative unit is Gurbandha Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. The block headquarters is Gurubhandha at Not reported. The Census district headquarters, Jamshedpur, is 26 km away.

Administrative details for Forest Block
Current stateJharkhand
Census 2011 stateJharkhand
Current districtPurbi Singhbhum
Census 2011 districtPurbi Singhbhum
State code20
District code357
Block / Census sub-district code2612
C.D. Block code118
Block panchayat code118

Population Profile

The population details below are from Census 2011 village records. They help you understand the size of Forest Block village and its household count.

Total population

1,205 residents in 247 households

Male population

616

Female population

589

SC/ST population

Scheduled Castes: Not reported; Scheduled Tribes: 1,194

SC male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

ST male/female split

Male: Not reported; Female: Not reported

Schools and Education

This section shows school facilities reported in the public village directory. School counts follow Census village directory rules. A composite school may be counted under more than one level, such as primary, middle and secondary. If a school count is not reported, confirm the latest local school details before admission or travel.

Government pre-primary school

Not available in village

Private pre-primary school

Not available in village

Government primary school

Available; count: 3

Private primary school

Not available in village

Middle school

Not available in village

Secondary school

Not available in village

Senior secondary school

Not available in village

Vocational / ITI training

Not available in village

Arts and science degree college

Not available in village

Health Facilities

Health facilities are Census-reported facilities such as CHC, PHC, sub-centre, dispensary, mobile health clinic, ASHA worker and medicine shop. They are not real-time service guarantees. Health records can change over time, so use this list as a starting point and confirm the latest service availability locally.

Health facilities reported for Forest Block
ASHA workerAvailable

Connectivity and Public Services

An all-weather road means the village approach was reported as usable in fair and foul weather. Pucca, kuchha, WBM and footpath are separate Census road categories. Mobile coverage means the village was treated as having access when mobile service was available to at least some residents under Census reporting practice. These details also show bus, railway, banking, post office and public service availability reported for the village.

Connectivity and public services for Forest Block
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Private bus serviceNot available in village
Railway stationNot available in village
National highwayNot available in village
State highwayNot available in village
Major district roadNot available in village
Black topped roadAvailable
All-weather roadNot available in village
Post officeNot available in village
Village PIN code facilityNot available in village
Mobile phone coverageNot available in village
CSC / internet cafeNot available in village
ATMNot available in village
Commercial bankAvailable
Cooperative bankAvailable
Agricultural credit societyAvailable
PDS shopNot available in village
Mandi / regular marketAvailable
Weekly haatAvailable
Self-help groupAvailable
Anganwadi centreAvailable
Assembly polling stationAvailable
Birth and death registration officeAvailable
Daily newspaper supplyNot available in village
Sports fieldAvailable
Public libraryNot available in village
Public reading roomNot available in village

Water, Sanitation and Power

Drinking water sources are Census categories such as treated tap water, untreated tap water, covered or uncovered well, hand pump, tube well, spring, river, canal, tank, pond or lake. Power availability means electricity was reported as available for the stated use. It does not mean uninterrupted electricity or current connection status.

Water, sanitation and power details for Forest Block
Treated tap waterNot available in village
Untreated tap waterNot available in village
Hand pumpAvailable
Tube wells / boreholesNot available in village
Closed drainageNot available in village
Open drainageNot available in village
Total sanitation campaign coverageNot available in village
Domestic power supplyAvailable
Agriculture power supplyAvailable
Commercial power supplyAvailable
Summer domestic power8 hours per day
Winter domestic power8 hours per day

Agriculture and Land Use

Land-use area is reported in hectares using Census village directory land-use categories such as net area sown, irrigated area, forest, fallow land and non-agricultural use. This is useful for general village research, farming context and local area study.

Agriculture and land-use records for Forest Block
Net area sown341 hectares
Unirrigated area341 hectares
Forest area3,001.90 hectares
Non-agricultural area349.15 hectares
Main cropRice

Nearby Facility Clues

When a facility is not available inside the village, Census records may give the nearest place or distance range where the facility is available.

Nearest facility clues for Forest Block
Middle schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Bangram, within 5 km.
Secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Choira, within 5 km.
Senior secondary schoolNot available in village; nearest reported place: Dhalbhumgarh, more than 10 km away.
Public bus serviceNot available in village; nearest reported facility is more than 10 km away.
Railway stationNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
Post officeNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 5-10 km away.
ATMNot available in village; nearest reported facility is 0 km.

How to Reach Forest Block

Jugsalai (28 km) is the nearest statutory town in the available village directory data. Gurubhandha is the sub-district headquarters. Use the Google Map above to plan a route. Before travel, check the latest bus, railway and road options from local sources.

Travel and connectivity details for Forest Block
Nearest major townJugsalai (28 km)
Block headquartersGurubhandha
Public bus serviceNot available in village
Railway station in villageNot available in village
All-weather roadNot available in village

Source-Year Notes

Data is mainly based on Census 2011 and public village directory records. Current names, boundaries and facilities may have changed. Facility meanings follow District Census Handbook village directory concepts. Local names such as Block, district and gram panchayat may differ from current government records.

For simple meanings of Census village directory terms, see the Census 2011 village directory definitions.

Additional Facilities Reported

This compact snapshot summarizes public village facility records for Forest Block. It helps surface useful facilities without making the page difficult to scan.

Additional facilities reported for Forest Block
Govt Primary SchoolAvailable; 3
Covered WellAvailable
Covered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Covered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Uncovered WellAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Uncovered Well Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Hand PumpAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning All Round the YearAvailable
Hand Pump Functioning in Summer Months April SeptemberAvailable
Black Topped (Pucca) RoadAvailable
Gravel Kuchha RoadsAvailable
Commercial BankAvailable
Cooperative BankAvailable
Agricultural Credit SocietiesAvailable
Self Help Group SHGAvailable
Mandis Regular MarketAvailable
Weekly HaatAvailable
Agricultural Marketing SocietyAvailable
Nutritional Centres ICDSAvailable
Nutritional Centres Anganwadi CentreAvailable
Nutritional Centres OthersAvailable
ASHAAvailable
Community Centre with without TVAvailable
Sports FieldAvailable
Sports Club Recreation CentreAvailable
Cinema Video HallAvailable
Assembly Polling StationAvailable
Birth and Death Registration OfficeAvailable
Power Supply for Domestic UseAvailable
Power Supply for Agriculture UseAvailable
Power Supply for Commercial UseAvailable
Power Supply for All UsersAvailable

How to Use Survey Number and Map Details

Use the village code, district, block, gram panchayat, PIN code and nearest town details as reference points when searching government land records. For ownership, mutation, survey number, legal boundary and plot-level decisions, check the latest record with the revenue department or official land records portal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Forest Block village located?

Forest Block is located in Gurbandha Block, also recorded as a Census sub-district. District: Purbi Singhbhum.

Which Block is Forest Block in?

Forest Block is in Gurbandha Block. In Census tables, this level is also called a sub-district.

Which district is Forest Block in?

District: Purbi Singhbhum.

What is the village code of Forest Block?

The Census village code of Forest Block is 364167.

What is the population of Forest Block?

Forest Block has 1,205 residents in 247 households as per Census 2011.

Which is the nearest town to Forest Block?

The nearest statutory town to Forest Block is Jugsalai (28 km).

Which crops are grown in Forest Block?

The main crops reported for Forest Block are Rice.

What land-use details are available for Forest Block?

Land-use details for Forest Block include net area sown: 341 hectares and unirrigated area: 341 hectares.

Is there a government primary school in Forest Block?

Government primary school status for Forest Block is available in the village.

Is public bus service available in Forest Block?

Public bus service is not available in village.

Is mobile phone coverage available in Forest Block?

Mobile phone coverage is not available in village.

What is the total area of Forest Block?

The total geographical area of Forest Block is 4,013 hectares.

How many households are in Forest Block?

Forest Block has 247 households as per Census 2011.

Is tap water available in Forest Block?

Treated tap water is not available in village.

Is electricity available for homes in Forest Block?

Domestic power supply is available in the village.

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