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
As per Census 2011, Dimdima Tea Garden village has a total population of 7,395 people, consisting of 3,562 males and 3,833 females. The village has 1,509 households and a sex ratio of 1,076 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,069 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,399 literate and 3,996 illiterate residents. Additionally, 196 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6,267 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dimdima Tea Garden are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 7,395, including 3,562 males and 3,833 females.
How many households are there in Dimdima Tea Garden?
There are 1,509 households in Dimdima Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Dimdima Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dimdima Tea Garden is 45.96%. Male literacy is 52.86% and female literacy is 39.55%.