Radharani Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Radharani Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6 km from Hamiltanganj and around 104 km from Jalpaiguri . Chuapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Radharani Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Radharani Tea Garden is 307133. The village covers a total geographical area of 291.07 hectares and falls under the 735217 pincode. Alipur Duar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Radharani Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Radharani Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Radharani Tea Garden village had a total population of 1,492 people, including 725 males and 767 females, living in 345 households. The sex ratio was 1,058 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.30%, with male literacy at 74.55% and female literacy at 52.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 221, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 699.
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 | 1,492 | 725 | 767 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 146 | 65 | 81 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 221 | 104 | 117 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 699 | 341 | 358 |
| Literate Population | 852 | 492 | 360 |
| Illiterate Population | 640 | 233 | 407 |
Nearby Villages of Radharani Tea Garden
Radharani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gabaur Bachhra Forest | West | 5.09 km |
| Mechpara Tea Garden | South | 5.21 km |
| Bhatpara Tea Garden | South | 5.42 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | West | 8.46 km |
| Madhu Tea Garden | South-West | 8.76 km |
| Satali Tea Garden | South-West | 9.15 km |
| Dima Tea Garden | South | 9.75 km |
| Dalsingpara Tea Garden | West | 9.81 km |
| Tosra Tea Garden | North-West | 9.89 km |
| Gangutia Tea Garden | South | 10.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Radharani Tea Garden
Radharani Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kalchini, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alipur Duar to Radharani Tea Garden is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Radharani Tea Garden is about 104 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 Radharani Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Radharani Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Radharani 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 Radharani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Radharani Tea Garden
Where is Radharani Tea Garden located?
Radharani Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Radharani Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Radharani Tea Garden is Chuapara.
What is the pincode of Radharani Tea Garden?
The pincode of Radharani Tea Garden is 735217.
What is the population of Radharani Tea Garden?
Radharani Tea Garden had a total population of 1,492, including 725 males and 767 females.
How many households are there in Radharani Tea Garden?
Radharani Tea Garden had 345 households.
What is the literacy rate in Radharani Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Radharani Tea Garden was 63.30%. Male literacy was 74.55% and female literacy was 52.48%.