Madhu Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Madhu Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.7 km from Hamiltanganj and around 89.2 km from Jalpaiguri . Satali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Madhu Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Madhu Tea Garden is 307113. The village covers a total geographical area of 471.26 hectares and falls under the 735215 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Madhu Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Madhu Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Madhu Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,540 people, including 2,233 males and 2,307 females, living in 1,000 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.30%, with male literacy at 78.42% and female literacy at 56.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 473, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,850.
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 | 4,540 | 2,233 | 2,307 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 476 | 245 | 231 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 473 | 233 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,850 | 1,388 | 1,462 |
| Literate Population | 2,735 | 1,559 | 1,176 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,805 | 674 | 1,131 |
Nearby Villages of Madhu Tea Garden
Madhu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satali Tea Garden | North-West | 2.32 km |
| Satali Mandalpara | South | 2.33 km |
| Uttar Satali (ct) | West | 2.51 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | North-West | 4.48 km |
| Mechpara Tea Garden | East | 4.72 km |
| Saudamini Tea Garden | West | 5.03 km |
| Malangi Tea Garden | North-West | 5.49 km |
| Gabaur Bachhra Forest | North | 5.66 km |
| Dakshin Satali | South | 6.41 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | North-West | 6.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Madhu Tea Garden
Madhu Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hamitonganj, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Madhu Tea Garden is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Madhu Tea Garden is about 89.2 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 Madhu Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Madhu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Madhu 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 Madhu 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 Madhu Tea Garden
Where is Madhu Tea Garden located?
Madhu Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Madhu Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Madhu Tea Garden is Satali.
What is the pincode of Madhu Tea Garden?
The pincode of Madhu Tea Garden is 735215.
What is the population of Madhu Tea Garden?
Madhu Tea Garden had a total population of 4,540, including 2,233 males and 2,307 females.
How many households are there in Madhu Tea Garden?
Madhu Tea Garden had 1,000 households.
What is the literacy rate in Madhu Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Madhu Tea Garden was 67.30%. Male literacy was 78.42% and female literacy was 56.65%.