Longview Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Longview Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.3 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longview Tea Garden is 306430. The village covers a total geographical area of 1360.77 hectares and falls under the 734217 pincode. Kurseong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Longview Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Longview Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Longview Tea Garden village had a total population of 5,301 people, including 2,651 males and 2,650 females, living in 1,190 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.94%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 64.55%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 611, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,719.
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 | 5,301 | 2,651 | 2,650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 264 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 300 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,719 | 1,387 | 1,332 |
| Literate Population | 3,571 | 2,036 | 1,535 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 615 | 1,115 |
Nearby Villages of Longview Tea Garden
Longview 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamadar Bhita Khasmahal | West | 1.63 km |
| Bamonpokhari Forest | East | 2.20 km |
| Makai Bari Tea Garden | North | 2.93 km |
| Garidhora (m.bari)tea Garden | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Rohini Tea Garden | East | 4.24 km |
| Raki Forest | South-East | 4.30 km |
| New Fallodi Tea Garden(ghyabari) | West | 4.39 km |
| Patong Tea Garden | West | 4.47 km |
| Balasan Forest | South | 4.83 km |
| Lama Gumba Forest | East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Longview Tea Garden
Longview Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gayabari, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.7 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 Longview 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 Longview Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longview Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Longview 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 Longview 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 Longview Tea Garden
Where is Longview Tea Garden located?
Longview Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Longview Tea Garden?
The pincode of Longview Tea Garden is 734217.
What is the population of Longview Tea Garden?
Longview Tea Garden had a total population of 5,301, including 2,651 males and 2,650 females.
How many households are there in Longview Tea Garden?
Longview Tea Garden had 1,190 households.
What is the literacy rate in Longview Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longview Tea Garden was 74.94%. Male literacy was 85.30% and female literacy was 64.55%.