Selim Hill Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Selim Hill Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.2 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Selim Hill Tea Garden is 306441. The village covers a total geographical area of 871.3 hectares and falls under the 734223 pincode. Kurseong is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Selim Hill Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Selim Hill Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Selim Hill Tea Garden village has a total population of 987 people, consisting of 471 males and 516 females. The village has 229 households and a sex ratio of 1,095 females per 1,000 males. There are 66 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 754 literate and 233 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 557 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Selim Hill Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 987 | 471 | 516 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 47 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 557 | 280 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 754 | 396 | 358 |
| Illiterate Population | 233 | 75 | 158 |
Nearby Villages of Selim Hill Tea Garden
Selim Hill 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rohini Tea Garden | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Lama Gumba Forest | South-West | 2.11 km |
| Gayabari Tea Garden | North | 2.48 km |
| Shibkhola Forest (paglajhora) | North | 3.28 km |
| Tindharia Tea Garden | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Lizziepur Tea Garden | North | 4.11 km |
| South Shibkhola Tea Garden | North | 4.12 km |
| Bamonpokhari Forest | South-West | 4.28 km |
| Nurbang Tea Garden | East | 4.34 km |
| Gidda Pahar | North-West | 4.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Selim Hill Tea Garden
Public transport in the Selim Hill Tea Garden is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Rangtong, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.0 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 | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurseong to Selim Hill Tea Garden is about 14 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 Selim Hill Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Selim Hill Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Selim Hill 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 Selim Hill 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 Selim Hill Tea Garden
Where is Selim Hill Tea Garden located?
Selim Hill Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Selim Hill Tea Garden?
The pincode of Selim Hill Tea Garden is 734223.
What is the population of Selim Hill Tea Garden?
Selim Hill Tea Garden has a total population of 987, including 471 males and 516 females.
How many households are there in Selim Hill Tea Garden?
There are 229 households in Selim Hill Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Selim Hill Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Selim Hill Tea Garden is 76.39%. Male literacy is 84.08% and female literacy is 69.38%.