Makrapara Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Makrapara Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.5 km from Madarihat and around 71.7 km from Jalpaiguri . Birpara-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Makrapara Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Makrapara Tea Garden is 307068. The village covers a total geographical area of 1161.05 hectares and falls under the 735228 pincode. Gayerkata is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Makrapara Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Makrapara Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Makrapara Tea Garden village has a total population of 3,322 people, consisting of 1,663 males and 1,659 females. The village has 688 households and a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males. There are 373 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,996 literate and 1,326 illiterate residents. Additionally, 398 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 799 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Makrapara Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,322 | 1,663 | 1,659 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 373 | 188 | 185 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 398 | 204 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 799 | 396 | 403 |
| Literate Population | 1,996 | 1,169 | 827 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,326 | 494 | 832 |
Nearby Villages of Makrapara Tea Garden
Makrapara Tea Garden is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Makrapara Tea Garden
Makrapara Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Makrapara Tea Garden.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gayerkata to Makrapara Tea Garden is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Makrapara Tea Garden is about 71.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Makrapara Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Makrapara Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Makrapara 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 Makrapara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Makrapara Tea Garden
Where is Makrapara Tea Garden located?
Makrapara Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Makrapara Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Makrapara Tea Garden is Birpara-ii.
What is the pincode of Makrapara Tea Garden?
The pincode of Makrapara Tea Garden is 735228.
What is the population of Makrapara Tea Garden?
Makrapara Tea Garden has a total population of 3,322, including 1,663 males and 1,659 females.
How many households are there in Makrapara Tea Garden?
There are 688 households in Makrapara Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Makrapara Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Makrapara Tea Garden is 60.08%. Male literacy is 70.29% and female literacy is 49.85%.