Hill Cart Road - Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri, Darjeeling
Hill Cart Road is a village situated in the Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.7 km from Sukhiapokhri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hill Cart Road is 306368. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.63 hectares and falls under the 734102 pincode. Darjeeling is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Hill Cart Road village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Hill Cart Road
According to the 2011 Census, Hill Cart Road village had a total population of 1,355 people, including 684 males and 671 females, living in 275 households. The sex ratio was 981 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.44%, with male literacy at 94.90% and female literacy at 89.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 167, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 410.
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 | 1,355 | 684 | 671 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 112 | 56 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 78 | 89 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 410 | 221 | 189 |
| Literate Population | 1,149 | 596 | 553 |
| Illiterate Population | 206 | 88 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of Hill Cart Road
Hill Cart Road 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 Hill Cart Road
Hill Cart Road is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. Hill Cart Road has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darjeeling to Hill Cart Road is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hill Cart Road
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hill Cart Road village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Hill Cart Road
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Hill Cart Road village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Hill Cart Road
Where is Hill Cart Road located?
Hill Cart Road village is located in Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Hill Cart Road?
The pincode of Hill Cart Road is 734102.
What is the population of Hill Cart Road?
Hill Cart Road had a total population of 1,355, including 684 males and 671 females.
How many households are there in Hill Cart Road?
Hill Cart Road had 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hill Cart Road?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hill Cart Road was 92.44%. Male literacy was 94.90% and female literacy was 89.92%.