Kalchini Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Kalchini Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.1 km from Hamiltanganj and around 99 km from Jalpaiguri . Kalchini serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalchini Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalchini Tea Garden is 307138. The village covers a total geographical area of 2305.86 hectares and falls under the 735217 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kalchini Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalchini Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Kalchini Tea Garden village has a total population of 22,072 people, consisting of 11,143 males and 10,929 females. The village has 4,942 households and a sex ratio of 980 females per 1,000 males. There are 2,290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 14,032 literate and 8,040 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,870 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8,654 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalchini Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 22,072 | 11,143 | 10,929 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2,290 | 1,182 | 1,108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,870 | 1,412 | 1,458 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8,654 | 4,314 | 4,340 |
| Literate Population | 14,032 | 8,071 | 5,961 |
| Illiterate Population | 8,040 | 3,072 | 4,968 |
Nearby Villages of Kalchini Tea Garden
Kalchini Tea Garden is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalchini Tea Garden
Kalchini Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. Kalchini Tea Garden has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Kalchini Tea Garden is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Kalchini Tea Garden is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalchini Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalchini Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kalchini 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 Kalchini 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalchini Tea Garden
Where is Kalchini Tea Garden located?
Kalchini Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalchini Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalchini Tea Garden is Kalchini.
What is the pincode of Kalchini Tea Garden?
The pincode of Kalchini Tea Garden is 735217.
What is the population of Kalchini Tea Garden?
Kalchini Tea Garden has a total population of 22,072, including 11,143 males and 10,929 females.
How many households are there in Kalchini Tea Garden?
There are 4,942 households in Kalchini Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Kalchini Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalchini Tea Garden is 63.57%. Male literacy is 72.43% and female literacy is 54.54%.