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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Satali Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Satali Tea Garden village had a total population of 12,178 people, including 6,170 males and 6,008 females, living in 2,599 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.46%, with male literacy at 79.17% and female literacy at 63.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 955, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,542.
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 | 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 had a total population of 12,178, including 6,170 males and 6,008 females.
How many households are there in Satali Tea Garden?
Satali Tea Garden had 2,599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Satali Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Satali Tea Garden was 71.46%. Male literacy was 79.17% and female literacy was 63.57%.