Bandapani Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Bandapani Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.3 km from Madarihat and around 76.2 km from Jalpaiguri . Bandapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandapani Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandapani Tea Garden is 307066. The village covers a total geographical area of 2354.87 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gayerkata is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bandapani Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandapani Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Bandapani Tea Garden village had a total population of 5,390 people, including 2,756 males and 2,634 females, living in 1,183 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.24%, with male literacy at 74.79% and female literacy at 51.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 605, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,669.
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 | 5,390 | 2,756 | 2,634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 396 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 310 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,669 | 1,347 | 1,322 |
| Literate Population | 2,940 | 1,765 | 1,175 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,450 | 991 | 1,459 |
Nearby Villages of Bandapani Tea Garden
Bandapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Riti Forest | West | 3.50 km |
| Garochera Bandapani | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Jaybirpara Tea Garden | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Nepania | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Dalmore Tea Garden | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Dheklapara Tea Garden | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Nangdala Tea Garden | South | 5.67 km |
| Riabari Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Karbala Tea Garden (d) | West | 5.98 km |
| Hoasinbad Tea Garden | South | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandapani Tea Garden
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bandapani Tea Garden. The nearest railway station is Dalgaon, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Gayerkata to Bandapani Tea Garden is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Bandapani Tea Garden is about 76.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandapani Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandapani 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandapani 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 Bandapani 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 Bandapani Tea Garden
Where is Bandapani Tea Garden located?
Bandapani Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandapani Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandapani Tea Garden is Bandapani.
What is the pincode of Bandapani Tea Garden?
The pincode of Bandapani Tea Garden is 735220.
What is the population of Bandapani Tea Garden?
Bandapani Tea Garden had a total population of 5,390, including 2,756 males and 2,634 females.
How many households are there in Bandapani Tea Garden?
Bandapani Tea Garden had 1,183 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bandapani Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandapani Tea Garden was 63.24%. Male literacy was 74.79% and female literacy was 51.33%.