M.M.Terai - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
M.M.Terai is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.8 km from Naxalbari. Upper Bagdogra serves as the Gram Panchayat for M.M.Terai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of M.M.Terai is 306637. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.27 hectares and falls under the 734423 pincode. Uttar Bagdogra is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
M.M.Terai 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 M.M.Terai
As per Census 2011, M.M.Terai village has a total population of 1,204 people, consisting of 601 males and 603 females. The village has 253 households and a sex ratio of 1,003 females per 1,000 males. There are 149 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 833 literate and 371 illiterate residents. Additionally, 252 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 234 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for M.M.Terai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 601 | 603 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 82 | 67 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 119 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 234 | 122 | 112 |
| Literate Population | 833 | 459 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 371 | 142 | 229 |
Nearby Villages of M.M.Terai
M.M.Terai 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Balasan Forest | North-East | 1.43 km |
| Trihana Tea Garden | South-East | 1.66 km |
| Ord Terai Tea Garden | South-West | 1.91 km |
| Panighata | West | 2.05 km |
| Teprabhola | South | 2.24 km |
| Garidhora (m.bari)tea Garden | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Kadma | South-West | 3.23 km |
| Saptiguri Khelaghar Tea Garden | East | 3.39 km |
| Panthabari Forest(p) | South-East | 3.58 km |
| Udiarip | South-West | 3.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of M.M.Terai
M.M.Terai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hatighisa, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 9.6 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttar Bagdogra to M.M.Terai 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 M.M.Terai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for M.M.Terai 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 M.M.Terai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving M.M.Terai 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about M.M.Terai
Where is M.M.Terai located?
M.M.Terai village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of M.M.Terai?
The Gram Panchayat of M.M.Terai is Upper Bagdogra.
What is the pincode of M.M.Terai?
The pincode of M.M.Terai is 734423.
What is the population of M.M.Terai?
M.M.Terai has a total population of 1,204, including 601 males and 603 females.
How many households are there in M.M.Terai?
There are 253 households in M.M.Terai.
What is the literacy rate in M.M.Terai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of M.M.Terai is 69.19%. Male literacy is 76.37% and female literacy is 62.02%.