Happy Valley Tea Garden - Darjeeling Pulbazar, Darjeeling
Happy Valley Tea Garden is a village situated in the Darjeeling Pulbazar subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from Darjeeling.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Happy Valley Tea Garden is 306177. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.28 hectares and falls under the 734101 pincode. Darjeeling is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Happy Valley Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Happy Valley Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Happy Valley Tea Garden village had a total population of 1,310 people, including 630 males and 680 females, living in 303 households. The sex ratio was 1,079 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.52%, with male literacy at 91.11% and female literacy at 76.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 344.
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 | 1,310 | 630 | 680 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 38 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 344 | 184 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 1,019 | 533 | 486 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 97 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Happy Valley Tea Garden
Happy Valley 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Arya Tea Garden | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Rungneet Tea Garden | North-East | 1.87 km |
| Singtam Tea Garden (ct) | North-West | 2.10 km |
| Sum Forest | North | 2.11 km |
| Bloomfield Tea Garden | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Pattabong Tea Garden | North | 2.41 km |
| Patliabas Forest | North | 2.75 km |
| Pandam Tea Garden | South-East | 2.81 km |
| Alubari Tea Garden | South-East | 3.03 km |
| Rishihat Tea Garden | West | 3.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Happy Valley Tea Garden
Happy Valley Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Darjeeling, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 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 Darjeeling to Happy Valley Tea Garden is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Happy Valley Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Happy Valley Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Happy Valley 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 Happy Valley Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Happy Valley Tea Garden
Where is Happy Valley Tea Garden located?
Happy Valley Tea Garden village is located in Darjeeling Pulbazar Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Happy Valley Tea Garden?
The pincode of Happy Valley Tea Garden is 734101.
What is the population of Happy Valley Tea Garden?
Happy Valley Tea Garden had a total population of 1,310, including 630 males and 680 females.
How many households are there in Happy Valley Tea Garden?
Happy Valley Tea Garden had 303 households.
What is the literacy rate in Happy Valley Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Happy Valley Tea Garden was 83.52%. Male literacy was 91.11% and female literacy was 76.54%.