Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.8 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden is 306433. The village covers a total geographical area of 608.54 hectares and falls under the 734009 pincode. Kurseong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden village has a total population of 2,877 people, consisting of 1,426 males and 1,451 females. The village has 635 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 313 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,595 literate and 1,282 illiterate residents. Additionally, 356 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 691 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,877 | 1,426 | 1,451 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 313 | 167 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 356 | 181 | 175 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 691 | 346 | 345 |
| Literate Population | 1,595 | 905 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,282 | 521 | 761 |
Nearby Villages of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden
Garidhora (M.Bari)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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balasan Forest | South | 1.36 km |
| Raki Forest | East | 1.55 km |
| Saptiguri Khelaghar Tea Garden | South-East | 2.14 km |
| M.m.terai | South-West | 2.66 km |
| Bamonpokhari Forest | North | 3.07 km |
| Simulbari Tea Garden | East | 3.30 km |
| Pairikumari | South-East | 3.50 km |
| Patan Jharer Chhat | South-East | 3.53 km |
| Longview Tea Garden | North-West | 3.71 km |
| Trihana Tea Garden | South | 3.78 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden
Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Rangtong, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.6 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurseong to Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden is about 15 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 Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Garidhora (M.Bari)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 Garidhora (M.Bari)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 Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden
Where is Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden located?
Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden?
The pincode of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden is 734009.
What is the population of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden?
Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden has a total population of 2,877, including 1,426 males and 1,451 females.
How many households are there in Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden?
There are 635 households in Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Garidhora (M.Bari)Tea Garden is 55.44%. Male literacy is 63.46% and female literacy is 47.55%.