Kalej Valley Tea Garden - Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri, Darjeeling
Kalej Valley Tea Garden is a village situated in the Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.2 km from Sukhiapokhri.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalej Valley Tea Garden is 306369. The village covers a total geographical area of 637.79 hectares and falls under the 734219 pincode. Darjeeling is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kalej Valley Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Kalej Valley Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Kalej Valley Tea Garden village has a total population of 2,640 people, consisting of 1,311 males and 1,329 females. The village has 596 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 244 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,846 literate and 794 illiterate residents. Additionally, 207 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 742 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalej Valley Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,640 | 1,311 | 1,329 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 119 | 125 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 742 | 363 | 379 |
| Literate Population | 1,846 | 1,058 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 253 | 541 |
Nearby Villages of Kalej Valley Tea Garden
Kalej 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dooteria Forest | North | 2.01 km |
| Sonada Khasmahal (ct) | South-East | 2.28 km |
| Rang Bul | North-East | 2.71 km |
| Rongmook Ceder Tea Garden (ct) | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Dooteria Tea Garden | West | 3.09 km |
| Pussinbong Tea Garden | North-West | 3.10 km |
| Ghoom Pahar Forest | East | 3.46 km |
| Jore Bunglow | North | 3.90 km |
| Jorelhatta (p) | North | 3.95 km |
| Ring Tong Tea Garden (gunawar) | South | 4.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalej Valley Tea Garden
Kalej Valley Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Sonada, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Darjeeling to Kalej Valley Tea Garden is about 20 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 Kalej Valley Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalej 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 | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalej 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 Kalej Valley Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalej Valley Tea Garden
Where is Kalej Valley Tea Garden located?
Kalej Valley Tea Garden village is located in Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Kalej Valley Tea Garden?
The pincode of Kalej Valley Tea Garden is 734219.
What is the population of Kalej Valley Tea Garden?
Kalej Valley Tea Garden has a total population of 2,640, including 1,311 males and 1,329 females.
How many households are there in Kalej Valley Tea Garden?
There are 596 households in Kalej Valley Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Kalej Valley Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalej Valley Tea Garden is 69.92%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 59.29%.