Mathura Tea Garden - Alipurduar - I, Alipurduar
Mathura Tea Garden is a village situated in the Alipurduar - I subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 0.55 km from Panchkalguri and around 78.3 km from Jalpaiguri . Mathura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mathura Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mathura Tea Garden is 307231. The village covers a total geographical area of 814.2 hectares and falls under the 736204 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Mathura Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Alipurduars Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Population of Mathura Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Mathura Tea Garden village had a total population of 9,181 people, including 4,592 males and 4,589 females, living in 1,969 households. The sex ratio was 999 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.95%, with male literacy at 74.58% and female literacy at 55.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 312, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 7,670.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,181 | 4,592 | 4,589 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,049 | 529 | 520 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 155 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7,670 | 3,813 | 3,857 |
| Literate Population | 5,282 | 3,030 | 2,252 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,899 | 1,562 | 2,337 |
Nearby Villages of Mathura Tea Garden
Mathura Tea Garden is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Sonapur | South | 3.45 km |
| Dakshin Kansingram | South-East | 4.96 km |
| Dakshin Paitkapara | East | 5.15 km |
| Paitkapara Tea Garden | North-East | 5.29 km |
| Tapsikhata | South-East | 7.36 km |
| Daldali | South-East | 7.51 km |
| Dudumari | South-East | 7.54 km |
| Atialiguri | South | 7.74 km |
| Nimtijhora Tea Garden | North-East | 7.74 km |
| Sakunibala | South | 7.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mathura Tea Garden
Public transport in the Mathura Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Pundibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Mathura Tea Garden is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Mathura Tea Garden is about 78.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mathura Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mathura Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mathura Tea Garden
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mathura Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Mathura Tea Garden
Where is Mathura Tea Garden located?
Mathura Tea Garden village is located in Alipurduar - I Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mathura Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Mathura Tea Garden is Mathura.
What is the pincode of Mathura Tea Garden?
The pincode of Mathura Tea Garden is 736204.
What is the population of Mathura Tea Garden?
Mathura Tea Garden had a total population of 9,181, including 4,592 males and 4,589 females.
How many households are there in Mathura Tea Garden?
Mathura Tea Garden had 1,969 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mathura Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mathura Tea Garden was 64.95%. Male literacy was 74.58% and female literacy was 55.35%.