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
According to the 2011 Census, Birpara Tea Garden village had a total population of 42,080 people, including 21,226 males and 20,854 females, living in 8,943 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.14%, with male literacy at 81.85% and female literacy at 68.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 5,504, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11,178.
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 | 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 had a total population of 42,080, including 21,226 males and 20,854 females.
How many households are there in Birpara Tea Garden?
Birpara Tea Garden had 8,943 households.
What is the literacy rate in Birpara Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Birpara Tea Garden was 75.14%. Male literacy was 81.85% and female literacy was 68.29%.