Atiabari Tea Garden Village - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Atiabari Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 15.3 km from Hamiltanganj and around 105 km from Jalpaiguri . Garopara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Atiabari Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Atiabari Tea Garden is 307142. The village covers a total geographical area of 741.99 hectares and falls under the 735217 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Atiabari Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Atiabari Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Atiabari Tea Garden village has a total population of 7,504 people, consisting of 3,699 males and 3,805 females. The village has 1,704 households and a sex ratio of 1,028 females per 1,000 males. There are 892 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,235 literate and 3,269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 668 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,667 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Atiabari Tea Garden are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,504 | 3,699 | 3,805 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 892 | 468 | 424 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 668 | 327 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,667 | 2,302 | 2,365 |
| Literate Population | 4,235 | 2,391 | 1,844 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,269 | 1,308 | 1,961 |
Nearby Villages of Atiabari Tea Garden
Atiabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhatkhawa Tea Garden | North | 2.02 km |
| Rajabhat Tea Garden | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Buxa Forest (raja Bhatkhawa) | East | 3.29 km |
| Gangutia Tea Garden | North | 3.96 km |
| Dima Tea Garden | North-West | 4.36 km |
| Satali Nakadala | West | 6.70 km |
| Nimtijhora Tea Garden | South-West | 8.03 km |
| Bhatpara Tea Garden | North | 8.38 km |
| Dakshin Satali | West | 8.70 km |
| Mechpara Tea Garden | North-West | 9.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Atiabari Tea Garden
Atiabari Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Garopara, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Atiabari Tea Garden is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Atiabari Tea Garden is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Atiabari Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Atiabari Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Atiabari 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 Atiabari Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Atiabari Tea Garden
Where is Atiabari Tea Garden located?
Atiabari Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Atiabari Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Atiabari Tea Garden is Garopara.
What is the pincode of Atiabari Tea Garden?
The pincode of Atiabari Tea Garden is 735217.
What is the population of Atiabari Tea Garden?
Atiabari Tea Garden has a total population of 7,504, including 3,699 males and 3,805 females.
How many households are there in Atiabari Tea Garden?
There are 1,704 households in Atiabari Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Atiabari Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Atiabari Tea Garden is 56.44%. Male literacy is 64.64% and female literacy is 48.46%.