Mohorgon Tea Garden - Matigara, Darjeeling
Mohorgon Tea Garden is a village situated in the Matigara subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.9 km from Kadamtala. Champasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mohorgon Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mohorgon Tea Garden is 306513. The village covers a total geographical area of 854.3 hectares and falls under the 734009 pincode. Siliguri is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Mohorgon Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Mohorgon Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Mohorgon Tea Garden village has a total population of 3,169 people, consisting of 1,503 males and 1,666 females. The village has 673 households and a sex ratio of 1,108 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,704 literate and 1,465 illiterate residents. Additionally, 301 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,321 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mohorgon Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,169 | 1,503 | 1,666 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 210 | 212 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 143 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,321 | 1,096 | 1,225 |
| Literate Population | 1,704 | 950 | 754 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,465 | 553 | 912 |
Nearby Villages of Mohorgon Tea Garden
Mohorgon 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Damragayer Chhat | South-East | 1.43 km |
| Jadubhitar Chhat | East | 1.90 km |
| Nunu Bairagi | South | 2.07 km |
| Mohanadi Forest | North | 2.25 km |
| Mahishmari | South-East | 2.43 km |
| Mahatram | South-East | 2.48 km |
| Panchanai | South | 2.49 km |
| Purba Karai Barir Chhat | East | 2.60 km |
| Galmakhari | North-East | 2.86 km |
| Sukna Forest | West | 2.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Mohorgon Tea Garden
Mohorgon Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gulma, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Siliguri to Mohorgon Tea Garden is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mohorgon Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mohorgon Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Mohorgon 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 Mohorgon 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 Mohorgon Tea Garden
Where is Mohorgon Tea Garden located?
Mohorgon Tea Garden village is located in Matigara Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Mohorgon Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Mohorgon Tea Garden is Champasari.
What is the pincode of Mohorgon Tea Garden?
The pincode of Mohorgon Tea Garden is 734009.
What is the population of Mohorgon Tea Garden?
Mohorgon Tea Garden has a total population of 3,169, including 1,503 males and 1,666 females.
How many households are there in Mohorgon Tea Garden?
There are 673 households in Mohorgon Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Mohorgon Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mohorgon Tea Garden is 53.77%. Male literacy is 63.21% and female literacy is 45.26%.