Dheklapara Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Dheklapara Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 21.6 km from Madarihat and around 59.7 km from Jalpaiguri . Bandapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dheklapara Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dheklapara Tea Garden is 307058. The village covers a total geographical area of 580.32 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Dheklapara Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dheklapara Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Dheklapara Tea Garden village had a total population of 2,643 people, including 1,321 males and 1,322 females, living in 567 households. The sex ratio was 1,001 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.24%, with male literacy at 69.12% and female literacy at 49.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 230, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,239.
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 | 2,643 | 1,321 | 1,322 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 178 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 230 | 119 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,239 | 616 | 623 |
| Literate Population | 1,349 | 790 | 559 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,294 | 531 | 763 |
Nearby Villages of Dheklapara Tea Garden
Dheklapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jaybirpara Tea Garden | North-East | 0.87 km |
| Nangdala Tea Garden | South-East | 2.42 km |
| Rahimpur Tea Garden | South-West | 2.78 km |
| Riti Forest | North | 3.86 km |
| Binaguri Tea Garden (d) | West | 3.93 km |
| Sisha-jumrha (ct) | South-West | 4.12 km |
| Bandapani Tea Garden | North-East | 5.19 km |
| Karbala Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 5.33 km |
| Telipara Tea Garden (d) (ct) | South-West | 5.74 km |
| Dimdima Tea Garden | South | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dheklapara Tea Garden
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dheklapara Tea Garden. The nearest railway station is Binnaguri, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairkata to Dheklapara Tea Garden is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dheklapara Tea Garden is about 59.7 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 Dheklapara Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dheklapara Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dheklapara 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 Dheklapara 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dheklapara Tea Garden
Where is Dheklapara Tea Garden located?
Dheklapara Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dheklapara Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Dheklapara Tea Garden is Bandapani.
What is the pincode of Dheklapara Tea Garden?
The pincode of Dheklapara Tea Garden is 735220.
What is the population of Dheklapara Tea Garden?
Dheklapara Tea Garden had a total population of 2,643, including 1,321 males and 1,322 females.
How many households are there in Dheklapara Tea Garden?
Dheklapara Tea Garden had 567 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dheklapara Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dheklapara Tea Garden was 59.24%. Male literacy was 69.12% and female literacy was 49.29%.