Tosra Tea Garden - Kalchini, Alipurduar
Tosra Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kalchini subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.2 km from Hamiltanganj and around 96.9 km from Jalpaiguri . Jaigaon-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tosra Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tosra Tea Garden is 307119. The village covers a total geographical area of 1347.4 hectares and falls under the 735208 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Tosra Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Tosra Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Tosra Tea Garden village had a total population of 6,258 people, including 3,134 males and 3,124 females, living in 1,348 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.70%, with male literacy at 72.94% and female literacy at 54.46%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 544, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,296.
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 | 6,258 | 3,134 | 3,124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 789 | 399 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 544 | 243 | 301 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,296 | 1,166 | 1,130 |
| Literate Population | 3,484 | 1,995 | 1,489 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,774 | 1,139 | 1,635 |
Nearby Villages of Tosra Tea Garden
Tosra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalsingpara Tea Garden | South-West | 4.97 km |
| Totopara | West | 7.38 km |
| Gabaur Bachhra Forest | South | 7.61 km |
| Beech Tea Garden | South-West | 8.59 km |
| Bharnobari Tea Garden | South | 8.80 km |
| Radharani Tea Garden | South-East | 9.89 km |
| Malangi Tea Garden | South-West | 10.95 km |
| Titi Forest | West | 11.22 km |
| Satali Tea Garden | South | 11.23 km |
| Holapara Forest | South-West | 11.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tosra Tea Garden
Tosra 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 45.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tosra Tea Garden is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Tosra Tea Garden is about 96.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tosra Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tosra Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Tosra 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 Tosra Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tosra Tea Garden
Where is Tosra Tea Garden located?
Tosra Tea Garden village is located in Kalchini Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Tosra Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Tosra Tea Garden is Jaigaon-i.
What is the pincode of Tosra Tea Garden?
The pincode of Tosra Tea Garden is 735208.
What is the population of Tosra Tea Garden?
Tosra Tea Garden had a total population of 6,258, including 3,134 males and 3,124 females.
How many households are there in Tosra Tea Garden?
Tosra Tea Garden had 1,348 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tosra Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tosra Tea Garden was 63.70%. Male literacy was 72.94% and female literacy was 54.46%.