Tingling Tea Garden - Mirik, Darjeeling
Tingling Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mirik subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 27.5 km from Mirik.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tingling Tea Garden is 306406. The village covers a total geographical area of 649.53 hectares and falls under the 734214 pincode. Mirik is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Tingling Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Tingling Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Tingling Tea Garden village had a total population of 1,624 people, including 814 males and 810 females, living in 340 households. The sex ratio was 995 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.55%, with male literacy at 89.07% and female literacy at 71.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 70.
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 | 1,624 | 814 | 810 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 133 | 64 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 73 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 32 | 38 |
| Literate Population | 1,201 | 668 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 423 | 146 | 277 |
Nearby Villages of Tingling Tea Garden
Tingling 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Purba Phuguri Tea Garden | North-East | 1.90 km |
| Paschim Phuguri Tea Garden | North | 2.48 km |
| Saurinibasti | North-East | 3.67 km |
| Singbulli Tea Garden | North-East | 3.78 km |
| New Fallodi Tea Garden(ghyabari) | East | 3.89 km |
| Manjha Fst.(pan.f.rly) | South-East | 4.51 km |
| Patong Tea Garden | South-East | 4.55 km |
| Manjua Forest | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Lohagar Tea Garden | South | 5.04 km |
| Phuguri Forest | North | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tingling Tea Garden
Tingling 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 18.5 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 Mirik to Tingling Tea Garden is about 9 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 Tingling Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tingling 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Tingling 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 Tingling Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Tingling Tea Garden
Where is Tingling Tea Garden located?
Tingling Tea Garden village is located in Mirik Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Tingling Tea Garden?
The pincode of Tingling Tea Garden is 734214.
What is the population of Tingling Tea Garden?
Tingling Tea Garden had a total population of 1,624, including 814 males and 810 females.
How many households are there in Tingling Tea Garden?
Tingling Tea Garden had 340 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tingling Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tingling Tea Garden was 80.55%. Male literacy was 89.07% and female literacy was 71.93%.