Birpara Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Birpara Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.8 km from Madarihat and around 60 km from Jalpaiguri . Birpara-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Birpara Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Birpara Tea Garden is 307063. The village covers a total geographical area of 2607.38 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Sayerkata is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Birpara Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Birpara Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Birpara Tea Garden village has a total population of 42,080 people, consisting of 21,226 males and 20,854 females. The village has 8,943 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 4,788 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28,020 literate and 14,060 illiterate residents. Additionally, 5,504 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 11,178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Birpara Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 42,080 | 21,226 | 20,854 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4,788 | 2,403 | 2,385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5,504 | 2,754 | 2,750 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11,178 | 5,497 | 5,681 |
| Literate Population | 28,020 | 15,407 | 12,613 |
| Illiterate Population | 14,060 | 5,819 | 8,241 |
Nearby Villages of Birpara Tea Garden
Birpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimdima Tea Garden | West | 2.47 km |
| Hoasinbad Tea Garden | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Dalgaon Tea Garden | South | 3.55 km |
| Dumchi Tea Garden | East | 3.73 km |
| Uttar Sisubari | East | 4.09 km |
| Nangdala Tea Garden | North-West | 4.14 km |
| Gopalpur Tea Garden | East | 4.16 km |
| Dalgaon | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Dakshin Sisubari | South-East | 5.09 km |
| Jagijhora Barabak (ct) | West | 5.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Birpara Tea Garden
Birpara Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Dalgaon, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sayerkata to Birpara Tea Garden is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Birpara Tea Garden is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Birpara Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Birpara Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Birpara 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 Birpara 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Birpara Tea Garden
Where is Birpara Tea Garden located?
Birpara Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Birpara Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Birpara Tea Garden is Birpara-i.
What is the pincode of Birpara Tea Garden?
The pincode of Birpara Tea Garden is 735220.
What is the population of Birpara Tea Garden?
Birpara Tea Garden has a total population of 42,080, including 21,226 males and 20,854 females.
How many households are there in Birpara Tea Garden?
There are 8,943 households in Birpara Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Birpara Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpara Tea Garden is 66.59%. Male literacy is 72.59% and female literacy is 60.48%.