Castleton Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Castleton Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.8 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Castleton Tea Garden is 306425. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.67 hectares and falls under the 734203 pincode. Kurseong is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Castleton Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Castleton Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Castleton Tea Garden village had a total population of 779 people, including 379 males and 400 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 1,055 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.34%, with male literacy at 86.67% and female literacy at 68.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 63, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 340.
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 | 779 | 379 | 400 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 34 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 30 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 340 | 165 | 175 |
| Literate Population | 553 | 299 | 254 |
| Illiterate Population | 226 | 80 | 146 |
Nearby Villages of Castleton Tea Garden
Castleton 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gidda Pahar | East | 1.68 km |
| Karbia Tea Garden | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Montiviot Tea Garden | North-West | 2.43 km |
| Makai Bari Tea Garden | South-West | 2.68 km |
| South Shibkhola Tea Garden | East | 2.85 km |
| Bara Shibkhola Forest | North-East | 3.30 km |
| Shibkhola Forest (paglajhora) | East | 3.39 km |
| Ambootia Tea Garden | West | 3.48 km |
| Singel Tea Garden | North-West | 3.77 km |
| Goethals | North | 3.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Castleton Tea Garden
Castleton Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kurseong, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurseong to Castleton Tea Garden is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Castleton Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Castleton Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Castleton 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 Castleton Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Castleton Tea Garden
Where is Castleton Tea Garden located?
Castleton Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Castleton Tea Garden?
The pincode of Castleton Tea Garden is 734203.
What is the population of Castleton Tea Garden?
Castleton Tea Garden had a total population of 779, including 379 males and 400 females.
How many households are there in Castleton Tea Garden?
Castleton Tea Garden had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Castleton Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Castleton Tea Garden was 77.34%. Male literacy was 86.67% and female literacy was 68.65%.