Rahimpur Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Rahimpur Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.3 km from Madarihat and around 55.8 km from Jalpaiguri . Shishujhumra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rahimpur Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rahimpur Tea Garden is 307060. The village covers a total geographical area of 294.63 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Rahimpur Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rahimpur Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Rahimpur Tea Garden village has a total population of 1,721 people, consisting of 877 males and 844 females. The village has 373 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 297 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 703 literate and 1,018 illiterate residents. Additionally, 57 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 871 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rahimpur Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,721 | 877 | 844 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 164 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 871 | 447 | 424 |
| Literate Population | 703 | 389 | 314 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,018 | 488 | 530 |
Nearby Villages of Rahimpur Tea Garden
Rahimpur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sisha-jumrha (ct) | South-West | 1.35 km |
| Dheklapara Tea Garden | North-East | 2.78 km |
| Nangdala Tea Garden | East | 3.24 km |
| Jagijhora Barabak (ct) | South | 3.40 km |
| Jaybirpara Tea Garden | North-East | 3.53 km |
| Telipara Tea Garden (d) (ct) | West | 3.74 km |
| Dimdima Tea Garden | South-East | 4.07 km |
| Binaguri Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 4.38 km |
| Sakojhora (d) | South-West | 4.47 km |
| Narasingpur | South | 5.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rahimpur Tea Garden
Rahimpur Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Binnaguri, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rahimpur Tea Garden is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Rahimpur Tea Garden is about 55.8 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 Rahimpur Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rahimpur 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Rahimpur 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 Rahimpur 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 Rahimpur Tea Garden
Where is Rahimpur Tea Garden located?
Rahimpur Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rahimpur Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Rahimpur Tea Garden is Shishujhumra.
What is the pincode of Rahimpur Tea Garden?
The pincode of Rahimpur Tea Garden is 735220.
What is the population of Rahimpur Tea Garden?
Rahimpur Tea Garden has a total population of 1,721, including 877 males and 844 females.
How many households are there in Rahimpur Tea Garden?
There are 373 households in Rahimpur Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Rahimpur Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rahimpur Tea Garden is 40.85%. Male literacy is 44.36% and female literacy is 37.20%.