Phaskhawa Tea Garden - Kumargram, Alipurduar
Phaskhawa Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kumargram subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 47.4 km from Kumargram and around 133 km from Jalpaiguri . Turturikhanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Phaskhawa Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Phaskhawa Tea Garden is 307152. The village covers a total geographical area of 532.9 hectares and falls under the 736201 pincode. Alipurduar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Phaskhawa Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Phaskhawa Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Phaskhawa Tea Garden village has a total population of 1,202 people, consisting of 615 males and 587 females. The village has 243 households and a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males. There are 164 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 647 literate and 555 illiterate residents. Additionally, 18 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 392 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Phaskhawa Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,202 | 615 | 587 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 164 | 93 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 392 | 202 | 190 |
| Literate Population | 647 | 379 | 268 |
| Illiterate Population | 555 | 236 | 319 |
Nearby Villages of Phaskhawa Tea Garden
Phaskhawa Tea Garden is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Phaskhawa Tea Garden
Phaskhawa Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Alipurduar to Phaskhawa Tea Garden is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Phaskhawa Tea Garden is about 133 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Phaskhawa Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Phaskhawa Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Phaskhawa 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 Phaskhawa 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 Phaskhawa Tea Garden
Where is Phaskhawa Tea Garden located?
Phaskhawa Tea Garden village is located in Kumargram Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Phaskhawa Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Phaskhawa Tea Garden is Turturikhanda.
What is the pincode of Phaskhawa Tea Garden?
The pincode of Phaskhawa Tea Garden is 736201.
What is the population of Phaskhawa Tea Garden?
Phaskhawa Tea Garden has a total population of 1,202, including 615 males and 587 females.
How many households are there in Phaskhawa Tea Garden?
There are 243 households in Phaskhawa Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Phaskhawa Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Phaskhawa Tea Garden is 53.83%. Male literacy is 61.63% and female literacy is 45.66%.