Lohagar Tea Garden - Mirik, Darjeeling
Lohagar Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mirik subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 30.4 km from Mirik.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lohagar Tea Garden is 306411. The village covers a total geographical area of 397 hectares and falls under the 734423 pincode. Siliguri is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Lohagar Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Lohagar Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Lohagar Tea Garden village has a total population of 2,081 people, consisting of 1,037 males and 1,044 females. The village has 419 households and a sex ratio of 1,006 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,395 literate and 686 illiterate residents. Additionally, 93 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,018 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lohagar Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,081 | 1,037 | 1,044 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 96 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 45 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,018 | 490 | 528 |
| Literate Population | 1,395 | 796 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 686 | 241 | 445 |
Nearby Villages of Lohagar Tea Garden
Lohagar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohagar Forest | South | 1.80 km |
| Manjha Fst.(pan.f.rly) | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Patong Tea Garden | North-East | 3.34 km |
| Manjha Tea Garden | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Bara Chenga | South-East | 3.76 km |
| Marapur | South-East | 4.48 km |
| New Fallodi Tea Garden(ghyabari) | North-East | 4.84 km |
| Tingling Tea Garden | North | 5.04 km |
| Mechi Forest | South | 5.21 km |
| Panighata | South-East | 5.33 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lohagar Tea Garden
Public transport in the Lohagar Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gayabari, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 14.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Siliguri to Lohagar Tea Garden is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lohagar Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lohagar Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Lohagar 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 Lohagar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Lohagar Tea Garden
Where is Lohagar Tea Garden located?
Lohagar Tea Garden village is located in Mirik Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Lohagar Tea Garden?
The pincode of Lohagar Tea Garden is 734423.
What is the population of Lohagar Tea Garden?
Lohagar Tea Garden has a total population of 2,081, including 1,037 males and 1,044 females.
How many households are there in Lohagar Tea Garden?
There are 419 households in Lohagar Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Lohagar Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lohagar Tea Garden is 67.04%. Male literacy is 76.76% and female literacy is 57.38%.