Satali Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Satali Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.2 km from Hamiltanganj and around 88.6 km from Jalpaiguri . Malangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Satali Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Satali Tea Garden is 307114. The village covers a total geographical area of 538.58 hectares and falls under the 735215 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Satali Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Satali Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Satali Tea Garden village has a total population of 12,178 people, consisting of 6,170 males and 6,008 females. The village has 2,599 households and a sex ratio of 973 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,251 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 7,808 literate and 4,370 illiterate residents. Additionally, 955 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,542 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Satali Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,178 | 6,170 | 6,008 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,251 | 648 | 603 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 955 | 481 | 474 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,542 | 2,246 | 2,296 |
| Literate Population | 7,808 | 4,372 | 3,436 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,370 | 1,798 | 2,572 |
Nearby Villages of Satali Tea Garden
Satali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Satali (ct) | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Madhu Tea Garden | South-East | 2.32 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | North | 2.47 km |
| Malangi Tea Garden | West | 3.32 km |
| Saudamini Tea Garden | South-West | 4.05 km |
| Satali Mandalpara | South | 4.12 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | North-West | 4.64 km |
| Gabaur Bachhra Forest | North-East | 4.89 km |
| Uttar Barajhar Forest | West | 5.42 km |
| Mechpara Tea Garden | East | 6.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Satali Tea Garden
Satali Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Hasimara, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.0 km.
| 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 Satali Tea Garden is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Satali Tea Garden is about 88.6 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 Satali Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Satali Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Satali 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 Satali 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 Satali Tea Garden
Where is Satali Tea Garden located?
Satali Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Satali Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Satali Tea Garden is Malangi.
What is the pincode of Satali Tea Garden?
The pincode of Satali Tea Garden is 735215.
What is the population of Satali Tea Garden?
Satali Tea Garden has a total population of 12,178, including 6,170 males and 6,008 females.
How many households are there in Satali Tea Garden?
There are 2,599 households in Satali Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Satali Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satali Tea Garden is 64.12%. Male literacy is 70.86% and female literacy is 57.19%.