Karbia Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Karbia Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 3.5 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karbia Tea Garden is 306424. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.46 hectares and falls under the 734203 pincode. Kharsar is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Karbia Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Karbia Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Karbia Tea Garden village has a total population of 547 people, consisting of 260 males and 287 females. The village has 131 households and a sex ratio of 1,103 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 404 literate and 143 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karbia Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 547 | 260 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 15 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 44 | 48 |
| Literate Population | 404 | 227 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 33 | 110 |
Nearby Villages of Karbia Tea Garden
Karbia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Montiviot Tea Garden | North | 0.71 km |
| Castleton Tea Garden | South-East | 1.90 km |
| Singel Tea Garden | North | 1.94 km |
| Ambootia Tea Garden | West | 2.22 km |
| Gidda Pahar | East | 2.90 km |
| Kharia Busty | North | 2.90 km |
| Goethals | North-East | 3.24 km |
| Bara Shibkhola Forest | East | 3.38 km |
| Makai Bari Tea Garden | South | 3.42 km |
| Sepoy Dhora(d.r.)tea Garden | North | 3.89 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Karbia Tea Garden
Karbia 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 18.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kharsar to Karbia Tea Garden is about 1 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 Karbia Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karbia Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Karbia 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 Karbia 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Karbia Tea Garden
Where is Karbia Tea Garden located?
Karbia Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Karbia Tea Garden?
The pincode of Karbia Tea Garden is 734203.
What is the population of Karbia Tea Garden?
Karbia Tea Garden has a total population of 547, including 260 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Karbia Tea Garden?
There are 131 households in Karbia Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Karbia Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karbia Tea Garden is 73.86%. Male literacy is 87.31% and female literacy is 61.67%.