Sirsia Tea Garden - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
Sirsia Tea Garden is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.1 km from Naxalbari. Maniram serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sirsia Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sirsia Tea Garden is 306632. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.27 hectares and falls under the 734423 pincode. Uttar Bagdogra is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Sirsia 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 Sirsia Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Sirsia Tea Garden village had a total population of 245 people, including 133 males and 112 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.82%, with male literacy at 65.85% and female literacy at 52.48%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4, 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 | 245 | 133 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 70 | 42 | 28 |
| Literate Population | 134 | 81 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 52 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Sirsia Tea Garden
Sirsia 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lohasing | South-East | 1.13 km |
| Nipania | West | 1.40 km |
| Udiarip | East | 1.52 km |
| Chhota Chenga | North-West | 1.59 km |
| Kadma | North-East | 1.95 km |
| Bhelu | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Mir Jangla | South-West | 2.56 km |
| Marapur | North-West | 2.66 km |
| Suraj Barer Chhat | South-West | 2.90 km |
| Deoanbhitar Chhat | South | 3.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sirsia Tea Garden
Sirsia Tea Garden 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 >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 Uttar Bagdogra to Sirsia Tea Garden is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sirsia Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sirsia Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sirsia 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 Sirsia Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sirsia Tea Garden
Where is Sirsia Tea Garden located?
Sirsia Tea Garden village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sirsia Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Sirsia Tea Garden is Maniram.
What is the pincode of Sirsia Tea Garden?
The pincode of Sirsia Tea Garden is 734423.
What is the population of Sirsia Tea Garden?
Sirsia Tea Garden had a total population of 245, including 133 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Sirsia Tea Garden?
Sirsia Tea Garden had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sirsia Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sirsia Tea Garden was 59.82%. Male literacy was 65.85% and female literacy was 52.48%.