Hantupara Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Hantupara Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.4 km from Madarihat and around 81.2 km from Jalpaiguri . Hantapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hantupara Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hantupara Tea Garden is 307084. The village covers a total geographical area of 1230.09 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Hantupara Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hantupara Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Hantupara Tea Garden village has a total population of 7,336 people, consisting of 3,623 males and 3,713 females. The village has 1,612 households and a sex ratio of 1,024 females per 1,000 males. There are 854 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,132 literate and 3,204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 844 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,910 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Hantupara Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,336 | 3,623 | 3,713 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 854 | 429 | 425 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 844 | 400 | 444 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,910 | 1,936 | 1,974 |
| Literate Population | 4,132 | 2,406 | 1,726 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,204 | 1,217 | 1,987 |
Nearby Villages of Hantupara Tea Garden
Hantupara 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 Khairbari | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Dumchipara Tea Garden | West | 3.40 km |
| Madhya Khairbari | South | 3.57 km |
| Garganda Tea Garden | North-West | 3.75 km |
| Mujnai Tea Garden | South-West | 3.77 km |
| Purba Khairbari | South-East | 4.12 km |
| Holapara Forest | East | 4.36 km |
| Uttar Madarihat (ct) | South | 5.91 km |
| Uttar Rangali Baznar | South-West | 6.01 km |
| Ramjhora Tea Garden | West | 6.03 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hantupara Tea Garden
Hantupara Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Madarihat, 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 | 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 Hantupara Tea Garden is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Hantupara Tea Garden is about 81.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hantupara Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hantupara Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hantupara 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 Hantupara 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 Hantupara Tea Garden
Where is Hantupara Tea Garden located?
Hantupara Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hantupara Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Hantupara Tea Garden is Hantapara.
What is the pincode of Hantupara Tea Garden?
The pincode of Hantupara Tea Garden is 735220.
What is the population of Hantupara Tea Garden?
Hantupara Tea Garden has a total population of 7,336, including 3,623 males and 3,713 females.
How many households are there in Hantupara Tea Garden?
There are 1,612 households in Hantupara Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Hantupara Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hantupara Tea Garden is 56.32%. Male literacy is 66.41% and female literacy is 46.49%.