Dalgaon Tea Garden - Falakata, Alipurduar
Dalgaon Tea Garden is a village situated in the Falakata subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.6 km from Falakata and around 62 km from Jalpaiguri . Dalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dalgaon Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalgaon Tea Garden is 307367. The village covers a total geographical area of 615.61 hectares and falls under the 735204 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Dalgaon Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dalgaon Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Dalgaon Tea Garden village has a total population of 5,215 people, consisting of 2,531 males and 2,684 females. The village has 1,112 households and a sex ratio of 1,060 females per 1,000 males. There are 655 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,825 literate and 2,390 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,779 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dalgaon Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,215 | 2,531 | 2,684 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 655 | 340 | 315 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 63 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,779 | 2,321 | 2,458 |
| Literate Population | 2,825 | 1,638 | 1,187 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,390 | 893 | 1,497 |
Nearby Villages of Dalgaon Tea Garden
Dalgaon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalgaon | East | 1.45 km |
| Tasti Tea Garden | South | 2.71 km |
| Dakshin Sisubari | East | 3.19 km |
| Uttar Sisubari | North-East | 3.33 km |
| Dalgaon Forest | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Birpara Tea Garden | North | 3.55 km |
| Dumchi Tea Garden | North-East | 4.10 km |
| Dimdima Tea Garden | North-West | 4.52 km |
| Gopalpur Tea Garden | North-East | 5.30 km |
| Chengmaritari | South-West | 5.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dalgaon Tea Garden
Dalgaon Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Mujnal, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Falakata to Dalgaon Tea Garden is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dalgaon Tea Garden is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalgaon Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalgaon 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalgaon 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 Dalgaon 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dalgaon Tea Garden
Where is Dalgaon Tea Garden located?
Dalgaon Tea Garden village is located in Falakata Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dalgaon Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Dalgaon Tea Garden is Dalgaon.
What is the pincode of Dalgaon Tea Garden?
The pincode of Dalgaon Tea Garden is 735204.
What is the population of Dalgaon Tea Garden?
Dalgaon Tea Garden has a total population of 5,215, including 2,531 males and 2,684 females.
How many households are there in Dalgaon Tea Garden?
There are 1,112 households in Dalgaon Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Dalgaon Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalgaon Tea Garden is 54.17%. Male literacy is 64.72% and female literacy is 44.23%.