Beech Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Beech Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.6 km from Hamiltanganj and around 88.8 km from Jalpaiguri . Malangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Beech Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Beech Tea Garden is 307116. The village covers a total geographical area of 651.09 hectares and falls under the 735215 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Beech Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Beech Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Beech Tea Garden village had a total population of 6,898 people, including 3,370 males and 3,528 females, living in 1,440 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.72%, with male literacy at 71.00% and female literacy at 51.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 593, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,860.
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 | 6,898 | 3,370 | 3,528 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 757 | 394 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 593 | 301 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,860 | 1,862 | 1,998 |
| Literate Population | 3,729 | 2,113 | 1,616 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,169 | 1,257 | 1,912 |
Nearby Villages of Beech Tea Garden
Beech 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malangi Tea Garden | South | 2.52 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | East | 3.01 km |
| Dalsingpara Tea Garden | North-East | 3.63 km |
| Uttar Barajhar Forest | South-West | 3.88 km |
| Satali Tea Garden | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Holapara Forest | West | 4.81 km |
| Uttar Satali (ct) | South | 5.82 km |
| Saudamini Tea Garden | South | 5.84 km |
| Gabaur Bachhra Forest | East | 6.00 km |
| Madhu Tea Garden | South-East | 6.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Beech Tea Garden
Beech Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hasimara, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipurduar to Beech Tea Garden is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Beech Tea Garden is about 88.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Beech Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Beech 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 Beech 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 Beech Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Beech Tea Garden
Where is Beech Tea Garden located?
Beech Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Beech Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Beech Tea Garden is Malangi.
What is the pincode of Beech Tea Garden?
The pincode of Beech Tea Garden is 735215.
What is the population of Beech Tea Garden?
Beech Tea Garden had a total population of 6,898, including 3,370 males and 3,528 females.
How many households are there in Beech Tea Garden?
Beech Tea Garden had 1,440 households.
What is the literacy rate in Beech Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Beech Tea Garden was 60.72%. Male literacy was 71.00% and female literacy was 51.06%.