Dumchi Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Dumchi Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.8 km from Madarihat and around 62.1 km from Jalpaiguri . Rangalibajna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dumchi Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dumchi Tea Garden is 307072. The village covers a total geographical area of 345.62 hectares and falls under the 735228 pincode. Gayerkata is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Dumchi Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dumchi Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Dumchi Tea Garden village has a total population of 1,004 people, consisting of 488 males and 516 females. The village has 205 households and a sex ratio of 1,057 females per 1,000 males. There are 131 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 609 literate and 395 illiterate residents. Additionally, 276 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 303 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dumchi Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,004 | 488 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 131 | 63 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 276 | 127 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 303 | 145 | 158 |
| Literate Population | 609 | 339 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 149 | 246 |
Nearby Villages of Dumchi Tea Garden
Dumchi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Sisubari | South | 1.23 km |
| Gopalpur Tea Garden | North | 1.30 km |
| Dakshin Sisubari | South | 2.64 km |
| Hoasinbad Tea Garden | North-West | 3.32 km |
| Madhya Rangali Bazar | South-East | 3.55 km |
| Birpara Tea Garden | West | 3.73 km |
| Dalgaon | South | 3.95 km |
| Dalgaon Tea Garden | South-West | 4.10 km |
| Uttar Rangali Baznar | East | 4.90 km |
| Dalmore Tea Garden | North | 5.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dumchi Tea Garden
Dumchi Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mujnal, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gayerkata to Dumchi Tea Garden is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Dumchi Tea Garden is about 62.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dumchi Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dumchi Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Dumchi 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 Dumchi Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dumchi Tea Garden
Where is Dumchi Tea Garden located?
Dumchi Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dumchi Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Dumchi Tea Garden is Rangalibajna.
What is the pincode of Dumchi Tea Garden?
The pincode of Dumchi Tea Garden is 735228.
What is the population of Dumchi Tea Garden?
Dumchi Tea Garden has a total population of 1,004, including 488 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Dumchi Tea Garden?
There are 205 households in Dumchi Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Dumchi Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dumchi Tea Garden is 60.66%. Male literacy is 69.47% and female literacy is 52.33%.