Teesta Valley Tea Garden - Rangli Rangliot, Darjeeling
Teesta Valley Tea Garden is a village situated in the Rangli Rangliot subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 28.6 km from Takdah.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Teesta Valley Tea Garden is 306215. The village covers a total geographical area of 760 hectares and falls under the 734226 pincode. Darjeeling is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Teesta Valley Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Teesta Valley Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Teesta Valley Tea Garden village has a total population of 6,064 people, consisting of 3,004 males and 3,060 females. The village has 1,260 households and a sex ratio of 1,018 females per 1,000 males. There are 591 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,275 literate and 1,789 illiterate residents. Additionally, 613 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,231 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Teesta Valley Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,064 | 3,004 | 3,060 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 591 | 308 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 613 | 300 | 313 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,231 | 1,087 | 1,144 |
| Literate Population | 4,275 | 2,380 | 1,895 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,789 | 624 | 1,165 |
Nearby Villages of Teesta Valley Tea Garden
Teesta Valley 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Turzam Forest | South | 1.14 km |
| Riyong Forest | East | 2.03 km |
| Chegra Khasmahal | North | 2.42 km |
| Gielie Tea Garden | North-West | 2.50 km |
| Lingding Khasmahal | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Riayang Railway Station | East | 3.56 km |
| Soriang Khasmahal | North | 3.57 km |
| Kolbong Khasmahal | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Pumong Tea Garden | West | 4.20 km |
| Birik Forest | South-East | 4.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Teesta Valley Tea Garden
Public transport in the Teesta Valley Tea Garden is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sonada, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.7 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 Tea Garden is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Teesta Valley Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Teesta Valley Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Teesta Valley 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 Teesta Valley Tea Garden 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 Tea Garden
Where is Teesta Valley Tea Garden located?
Teesta Valley Tea Garden village is located in Rangli Rangliot Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Teesta Valley Tea Garden?
The pincode of Teesta Valley Tea Garden is 734226.
What is the population of Teesta Valley Tea Garden?
Teesta Valley Tea Garden has a total population of 6,064, including 3,004 males and 3,060 females.
How many households are there in Teesta Valley Tea Garden?
There are 1,260 households in Teesta Valley Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Teesta Valley Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Teesta Valley Tea Garden is 70.50%. Male literacy is 79.23% and female literacy is 61.93%.