Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden - Alipurduar - II, Alipurduar
Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden is a village situated in the Alipurduar - II subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.7 km from Josodanga and around 100 km from Jalpaiguri . Majherdabri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden is 307262. The village covers a total geographical area of 298.2 hectares and falls under the 736123 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Purbba Majherdabri 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 Kalchini Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden village had a total population of 2,832 people, including 1,387 males and 1,445 females, living in 644 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.42%, with male literacy at 72.57% and female literacy at 52.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 526, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,639.
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 | 2,832 | 1,387 | 1,445 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 272 | 133 | 139 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 526 | 258 | 268 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,639 | 789 | 850 |
| Literate Population | 1,598 | 910 | 688 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,234 | 477 | 757 |
Nearby Villages of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden
Purbba Majherdabri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chechakhata (ct) | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Paschim Jitpur (ct) | West | 2.40 km |
| Uttar Panialguri | East | 2.49 km |
| Dakshin Panialguri | South-East | 2.74 km |
| Alipurduar Rly.jnc. (ct) | South | 3.42 km |
| Dakshin Dhalkar | East | 4.87 km |
| Bhasadabri | South-East | 5.04 km |
| Dakshin Majherdabri | South | 5.43 km |
| Ghagra (p) | South-West | 5.61 km |
| Banchukamari | South-West | 6.22 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden
Public transport in the Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Damanpur, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 20.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Majherdabri 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 Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden
Where is Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden located?
Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden village is located in Alipurduar - II Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden is Majherdabri.
What is the pincode of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden?
The pincode of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden is 736123.
What is the population of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden?
Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden had a total population of 2,832, including 1,387 males and 1,445 females.
How many households are there in Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden?
Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden had 644 households.
What is the literacy rate in Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Purbba Majherdabri Tea Garden was 62.42%. Male literacy was 72.57% and female literacy was 52.68%.