Saudamini Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Saudamini 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 84.9 km from Jalpaiguri . Malangi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Saudamini Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Saudamini Tea Garden is 307109. The village covers a total geographical area of 530.57 hectares and falls under the 735215 pincode. Alipure is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Saudamini Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Saudamini Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Saudamini Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,225 people, including 2,062 males and 2,163 females, living in 982 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.12%, with male literacy at 72.57% and female literacy at 52.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 482, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,695.
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 | 4,225 | 2,062 | 2,163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 450 | 217 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 482 | 234 | 248 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,695 | 1,295 | 1,400 |
| Literate Population | 2,345 | 1,339 | 1,006 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,880 | 723 | 1,157 |
Nearby Villages of Saudamini Tea Garden
Saudamini 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) | East | 2.52 km |
| Malangi Tea Garden | North | 3.32 km |
| Uttar Barajhar Forest | North-West | 3.45 km |
| Satali Tea Garden | North-East | 4.05 km |
| Satali Mandalpara | East | 4.88 km |
| Madhu Tea Garden | East | 5.03 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | North-East | 5.70 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | North | 5.84 km |
| Purba Khairbari | West | 5.88 km |
| Uttar Madarihat (ct) | West | 6.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Saudamini Tea Garden
Saudamini Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hasimara, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.9 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 Alipure to Saudamini Tea Garden is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Saudamini Tea Garden is about 84.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Saudamini Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Saudamini Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Saudamini 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 Saudamini 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 Saudamini Tea Garden
Where is Saudamini Tea Garden located?
Saudamini Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Saudamini Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Saudamini Tea Garden is Malangi.
What is the pincode of Saudamini Tea Garden?
The pincode of Saudamini Tea Garden is 735215.
What is the population of Saudamini Tea Garden?
Saudamini Tea Garden had a total population of 4,225, including 2,062 males and 2,163 females.
How many households are there in Saudamini Tea Garden?
Saudamini Tea Garden had 982 households.
What is the literacy rate in Saudamini Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Saudamini Tea Garden was 62.12%. Male literacy was 72.57% and female literacy was 52.12%.