Rangamati Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Rangamati Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.5 km from Hamiltanganj and around 110 km from Jalpaiguri . Chuapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rangamati Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rangamati Tea Garden is 307131. The village covers a total geographical area of 1500.5 hectares and falls under the 735217 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Rangamati Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rangamati Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Rangamati Tea Garden village had a total population of 9,987 people, including 4,981 males and 5,006 females, living in 2,068 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.35%, with male literacy at 72.17% and female literacy at 50.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,251, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,654.
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 | 9,987 | 4,981 | 5,006 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,188 | 619 | 569 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,251 | 616 | 635 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,654 | 2,295 | 2,359 |
| Literate Population | 5,398 | 3,148 | 2,250 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,589 | 1,833 | 2,756 |
Nearby Villages of Rangamati Tea Garden
Rangamati 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 Rangamati Tea Garden
Public transport in the Rangamati Tea Garden is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Rangamati Tea Garden.
| 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 Alipurduar to Rangamati Tea Garden is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Rangamati Tea Garden is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rangamati Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rangamati 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rangamati 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 Rangamati 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 Rangamati Tea Garden
Where is Rangamati Tea Garden located?
Rangamati Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rangamati Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Rangamati Tea Garden is Chuapara.
What is the pincode of Rangamati Tea Garden?
The pincode of Rangamati Tea Garden is 735217.
What is the population of Rangamati Tea Garden?
Rangamati Tea Garden had a total population of 9,987, including 4,981 males and 5,006 females.
How many households are there in Rangamati Tea Garden?
Rangamati Tea Garden had 2,068 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rangamati Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rangamati Tea Garden was 61.35%. Male literacy was 72.17% and female literacy was 50.71%.