Tepu Tea Garden - Phansidewa, Darjeeling
Tepu Tea Garden is a village situated in the Phansidewa subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.2 km from Phansidewa. Hetmuri Singhijhora serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tepu Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tepu Tea Garden is 306682. The village covers a total geographical area of 118.17 hectares and falls under the 734014 pincode. Bagdogra is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Tepu Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tepu Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Tepu Tea Garden village has a total population of 2,438 people, consisting of 1,194 males and 1,244 females. The village has 484 households and a sex ratio of 1,041 females per 1,000 males. There are 348 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,242 literate and 1,196 illiterate residents. Additionally, 366 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,651 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tepu Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,438 | 1,194 | 1,244 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 348 | 173 | 175 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 176 | 190 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,651 | 803 | 848 |
| Literate Population | 1,242 | 714 | 528 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,196 | 480 | 716 |
Nearby Villages of Tepu Tea Garden
Tepu 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhisti | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Halal | West | 1.03 km |
| Rangali | North-East | 1.06 km |
| Gangaram Maler Chhat | South | 1.31 km |
| Meherulla | East | 1.49 km |
| Liohakaichi | North-East | 1.75 km |
| Banur Chhat | West | 1.84 km |
| Bhubangurir Chhat | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Sangatram | South | 1.93 km |
| Dhemaler Chhar | West | 1.99 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tepu Tea Garden
Tepu Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Bagdogra, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bagdogra to Tepu Tea Garden is about 5 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 Tepu Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tepu Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tepu 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 Tepu Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tepu Tea Garden
Where is Tepu Tea Garden located?
Tepu Tea Garden village is located in Phansidewa Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tepu Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Tepu Tea Garden is Hetmuri Singhijhora.
What is the pincode of Tepu Tea Garden?
The pincode of Tepu Tea Garden is 734014.
What is the population of Tepu Tea Garden?
Tepu Tea Garden has a total population of 2,438, including 1,194 males and 1,244 females.
How many households are there in Tepu Tea Garden?
There are 484 households in Tepu Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Tepu Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tepu Tea Garden is 50.94%. Male literacy is 59.80% and female literacy is 42.44%.