New Lands Tea Garden - Kumargram, Alipurduar
New Lands Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kumargram subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6 km from Kumargram and around 145 km from Jalpaiguri . Newland Kumargram Sankosh serves as the Gram Panchayat for New Lands Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of New Lands Tea Garden is 307180. The village covers a total geographical area of 1154.7 hectares and falls under the 736205 pincode. U.kamakhyaguri is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
New Lands Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of New Lands Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, New Lands Tea Garden village had a total population of 6,369 people, including 3,147 males and 3,222 females, living in 1,315 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.43%, with male literacy at 66.88% and female literacy at 46.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 589, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,525.
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 | 6,369 | 3,147 | 3,222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 698 | 348 | 350 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 589 | 287 | 302 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,525 | 2,226 | 2,299 |
| Literate Population | 3,200 | 1,872 | 1,328 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,169 | 1,275 | 1,894 |
Nearby Villages of New Lands Tea Garden
New Lands 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumargram Tea Garden | East | 2.36 km |
| Amarpur | South | 2.98 km |
| Pukharigaon | South-East | 4.00 km |
| Dhumpara Forest | North-East | 4.11 km |
| Jaydedpur | South | 4.63 km |
| Kumargram | South | 6.00 km |
| Dhantali | South | 6.35 km |
| Lalchandpur | South | 7.86 km |
| Dakshin Haldibari | South-East | 8.63 km |
| Paschim Chengmari | South | 10.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of New Lands Tea Garden
New Lands Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kamakhyaguri, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from U.kamakhyaguri to New Lands Tea Garden is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to New Lands Tea Garden is about 145 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in New Lands Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for New Lands 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 New Lands 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 New Lands 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about New Lands Tea Garden
Where is New Lands Tea Garden located?
New Lands Tea Garden village is located in Kumargram Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of New Lands Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of New Lands Tea Garden is Newland Kumargram Sankosh.
What is the pincode of New Lands Tea Garden?
The pincode of New Lands Tea Garden is 736205.
What is the population of New Lands Tea Garden?
New Lands Tea Garden had a total population of 6,369, including 3,147 males and 3,222 females.
How many households are there in New Lands Tea Garden?
New Lands Tea Garden had 1,315 households.
What is the literacy rate in New Lands Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of New Lands Tea Garden was 56.43%. Male literacy was 66.88% and female literacy was 46.24%.