Ramjhora Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Ramjhora Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.9 km from Madarihat and around 68.6 km from Jalpaiguri . Lankapara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ramjhora Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ramjhora Tea Garden is 307073. The village covers a total geographical area of 620.34 hectares and falls under the 735228 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Ramjhora Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ramjhora Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Ramjhora Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,612 people, including 2,275 males and 2,337 females, living in 1,169 households. The sex ratio was 1,027 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.53%, with male literacy at 81.68% and female literacy at 59.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 594, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,363.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,612 | 2,275 | 2,337 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 577 | 310 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 594 | 289 | 305 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,363 | 665 | 698 |
| Literate Population | 2,846 | 1,605 | 1,241 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,766 | 670 | 1,096 |
Nearby Villages of Ramjhora Tea Garden
Ramjhora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dumchipara Tea Garden | East | 2.63 km |
| Dalmore Tea Garden | West | 3.22 km |
| Garganda Tea Garden | North-East | 4.33 km |
| Gopalpur Tea Garden | South-West | 4.58 km |
| Mujnai Tea Garden | South-East | 4.64 km |
| Hoasinbad Tea Garden | South-West | 4.73 km |
| Lankapara Tea Garden | North | 4.79 km |
| Dumchi Tea Garden | South | 5.86 km |
| Hantupara Tea Garden | East | 6.03 km |
| Garochera Bandapani | North-West | 6.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ramjhora Tea Garden
Ramjhora Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mujnal, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Ramjhora Tea Garden is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Ramjhora Tea Garden is about 68.6 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 Ramjhora Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ramjhora Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ramjhora 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 Ramjhora 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 Ramjhora Tea Garden
Where is Ramjhora Tea Garden located?
Ramjhora Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ramjhora Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Ramjhora Tea Garden is Lankapara.
What is the pincode of Ramjhora Tea Garden?
The pincode of Ramjhora Tea Garden is 735228.
What is the population of Ramjhora Tea Garden?
Ramjhora Tea Garden had a total population of 4,612, including 2,275 males and 2,337 females.
How many households are there in Ramjhora Tea Garden?
Ramjhora Tea Garden had 1,169 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ramjhora Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ramjhora Tea Garden was 70.53%. Male literacy was 81.68% and female literacy was 59.95%.