Gitingy Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Gitingy Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 49.1 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gitingy Tea Garden is 306470. The village covers a total geographical area of 206.39 hectares and falls under the 734203 pincode. Kurseong is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Gitingy Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Gitingy Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Gitingy Tea Garden village has a total population of 353 people, consisting of 192 males and 161 females. The village has 88 households and a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males. There are 36 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 261 literate and 92 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 47 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gitingy Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 353 | 192 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 47 | 24 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 261 | 147 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 45 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Gitingy Tea Garden
Gitingy 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tindharia Tea Garden | South-West | 1.70 km |
| Simring Tea Garden | North | 2.18 km |
| Lizziepur Tea Garden | West | 2.27 km |
| Malotar Tea Garden | North | 2.34 km |
| Nurbang Tea Garden | South | 2.51 km |
| Gayabari Tea Garden | South-West | 3.04 km |
| Mahanadi Tea Garden | North-West | 3.43 km |
| Latpanechar Forest | North-East | 3.70 km |
| Shibkhola Forest (paglajhora) | West | 3.86 km |
| Jungpana Tea Garden | North-West | 3.92 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gitingy Tea Garden
Gitingy Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is To Darjeeling, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Gitingy Tea Garden is about 22 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 Gitingy Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gitingy Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gitingy 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 Gitingy Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gitingy Tea Garden
Where is Gitingy Tea Garden located?
Gitingy Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Gitingy Tea Garden?
The pincode of Gitingy Tea Garden is 734203.
What is the population of Gitingy Tea Garden?
Gitingy Tea Garden has a total population of 353, including 192 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Gitingy Tea Garden?
There are 88 households in Gitingy Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Gitingy Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gitingy Tea Garden is 73.94%. Male literacy is 76.56% and female literacy is 70.81%.