South Shibkhola Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
South Shibkhola Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of South Shibkhola Tea Garden is 306442. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.37 hectares and falls under the 734223 pincode. Kurseong is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
South Shibkhola Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of South Shibkhola Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, South Shibkhola Tea Garden village has a total population of 402 people, consisting of 208 males and 194 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 932 females per 1,000 males. There are 31 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 309 literate and 93 illiterate residents. Additionally, 8 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 124 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for South Shibkhola Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 402 | 208 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 24 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 124 | 62 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 309 | 174 | 135 |
| Illiterate Population | 93 | 34 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of South Shibkhola Tea Garden
South Shibkhola 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shibkhola Forest (paglajhora) | South-East | 0.95 km |
| Gidda Pahar | West | 1.20 km |
| Bara Shibkhola Forest | North-West | 2.08 km |
| Mahanadi Tea Garden | North-East | 2.09 km |
| Lizziepur Tea Garden | East | 2.19 km |
| Gayabari Tea Garden | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Castleton Tea Garden | West | 2.85 km |
| Jungpana Tea Garden | North-East | 3.09 km |
| Goethals | North-West | 3.26 km |
| Chaita Pani Tea Garden | North | 3.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of South Shibkhola Tea Garden
South Shibkhola Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mahanadi, 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 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kurseong to South Shibkhola Tea Garden is about 2 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 South Shibkhola Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for South Shibkhola Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in South Shibkhola 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 South Shibkhola Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about South Shibkhola Tea Garden
Where is South Shibkhola Tea Garden located?
South Shibkhola Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of South Shibkhola Tea Garden?
The pincode of South Shibkhola Tea Garden is 734223.
What is the population of South Shibkhola Tea Garden?
South Shibkhola Tea Garden has a total population of 402, including 208 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in South Shibkhola Tea Garden?
There are 89 households in South Shibkhola Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in South Shibkhola Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of South Shibkhola Tea Garden is 76.87%. Male literacy is 83.65% and female literacy is 69.59%.