Dimdima Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Dimdima Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19 km from Madarihat and around 55.6 km from Jalpaiguri . Shishujhumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dimdima Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dimdima Tea Garden is 307062. The village covers a total geographical area of 813.42 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Dimdima Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dimdima Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Dimdima Tea Garden village had a total population of 7,395 people, including 3,562 males and 3,833 females, living in 1,509 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 53.73%, with male literacy at 62.41% and female literacy at 45.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 196, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,267.
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 | 7,395 | 3,562 | 3,833 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,069 | 545 | 524 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 196 | 95 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,267 | 3,016 | 3,251 |
| Literate Population | 3,399 | 1,883 | 1,516 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,996 | 1,679 | 2,317 |
Nearby Villages of Dimdima Tea Garden
Dimdima 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Birpara Tea Garden | East | 2.47 km |
| Jagijhora Barabak (ct) | West | 2.93 km |
| Narasingpur | South-West | 3.50 km |
| Sisha-jumrha (ct) | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Rahimpur Tea Garden | North-West | 4.07 km |
| Nangdala Tea Garden | North | 4.41 km |
| Dalgaon Tea Garden | South-East | 4.52 km |
| Mechhua Dhurabala Bathan | South-West | 4.85 km |
| Chengmaritari | South | 5.15 km |
| Dalgaon Forest | South | 5.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dimdima Tea Garden
Dimdima Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dalgaon, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Dimdima Tea Garden is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dimdima Tea Garden is about 55.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dimdima Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dimdima Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dimdima 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 Dimdima 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Dimdima Tea Garden
Where is Dimdima Tea Garden located?
Dimdima Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dimdima Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Dimdima Tea Garden is Shishujhumra.
What is the pincode of Dimdima Tea Garden?
The pincode of Dimdima Tea Garden is 735220.
What is the population of Dimdima Tea Garden?
Dimdima Tea Garden had a total population of 7,395, including 3,562 males and 3,833 females.
How many households are there in Dimdima Tea Garden?
Dimdima Tea Garden had 1,509 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dimdima Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimdima Tea Garden was 53.73%. Male literacy was 62.41% and female literacy was 45.81%.