Teesta Valley Forest - Rangli Rangliot, Darjeeling
Teesta Valley Forest is a village situated in the Rangli Rangliot subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from Takdah.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teesta Valley Forest is 306193. The village covers a total geographical area of 5413.94 hectares and falls under the 734226 pincode. Darjeeling is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Teesta Valley Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Teesta Valley Forest
As per Census 2011, Teesta Valley Forest village has a total population of 179 people, consisting of 100 males and 79 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 790 females per 1,000 males. There are 16 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 113 literate and 66 illiterate residents. Additionally, 3 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 62 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teesta Valley Forest are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 179 | 100 | 79 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 113 | 69 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 31 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Teesta Valley Forest
Teesta Valley Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Peshok Tea Garden | South | 1.91 km |
| Lapchu Tea Garden | South-West | 2.30 km |
| Sumbuk | North | 2.33 km |
| Turuk | North-East | 2.57 km |
| Bara Mungwa | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Lapchu Khasmahal | South-West | 3.46 km |
| Panchgharey | North-East | 3.74 km |
| Suntaley | North | 4.03 km |
| Kitam | North-West | 4.12 km |
| Chhota Mungwa | South | 4.14 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Teesta Valley Forest
Teesta Valley Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Darjeeling, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darjeeling to Teesta Valley Forest is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teesta Valley Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teesta Valley Forest 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 Teesta Valley Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Teesta Valley Forest 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Teesta Valley Forest
Where is Teesta Valley Forest located?
Teesta Valley Forest village is located in Rangli Rangliot Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Teesta Valley Forest?
The pincode of Teesta Valley Forest is 734226.
What is the population of Teesta Valley Forest?
Teesta Valley Forest has a total population of 179, including 100 males and 79 females.
How many households are there in Teesta Valley Forest?
There are 30 households in Teesta Valley Forest.
What is the literacy rate in Teesta Valley Forest?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teesta Valley Forest is 63.13%. Male literacy is 69.00% and female literacy is 55.70%.