Longview Tea Garden - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Longview Tea Garden is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.3 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Longview Tea Garden is 306430. The village covers a total geographical area of 1360.77 hectares and falls under the 734217 pincode. Kurseong is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Longview Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Population of Longview Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Longview Tea Garden village has a total population of 5,301 people, consisting of 2,651 males and 2,650 females. The village has 1,190 households and a sex ratio of 999 females per 1,000 males. There are 536 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,571 literate and 1,730 illiterate residents. Additionally, 611 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,719 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Longview Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,301 | 2,651 | 2,650 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 536 | 264 | 272 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 611 | 300 | 311 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,719 | 1,387 | 1,332 |
| Literate Population | 3,571 | 2,036 | 1,535 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,730 | 615 | 1,115 |
Nearby Villages of Longview Tea Garden
Longview 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamadar Bhita Khasmahal | West | 1.63 km |
| Bamonpokhari Forest | East | 2.20 km |
| Makai Bari Tea Garden | North | 2.93 km |
| Garidhora (m.bari)tea Garden | South-East | 3.71 km |
| Rohini Tea Garden | East | 4.24 km |
| Raki Forest | South-East | 4.30 km |
| New Fallodi Tea Garden(ghyabari) | West | 4.39 km |
| Patong Tea Garden | West | 4.47 km |
| Balasan Forest | South | 4.83 km |
| Lama Gumba Forest | East | 5.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Longview Tea Garden
Longview Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Gayabari, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Kurseong to Longview 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 Longview Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Longview Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Longview 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 Longview 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 Longview Tea Garden
Where is Longview Tea Garden located?
Longview Tea Garden village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Longview Tea Garden?
The pincode of Longview Tea Garden is 734217.
What is the population of Longview Tea Garden?
Longview Tea Garden has a total population of 5,301, including 2,651 males and 2,650 females.
How many households are there in Longview Tea Garden?
There are 1,190 households in Longview Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Longview Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Longview Tea Garden is 67.36%. Male literacy is 76.80% and female literacy is 57.92%.