Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) - Banarhat, Jalpaiguri
Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is a village situated in the Banarhat subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 39.4 km from Dhupguri and around 70.4 km from Jalpaiguri . Chamurchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is 307406. The village covers a total geographical area of 903.1 hectares and falls under the 735207 pincode. Gayerkata is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrakata Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)
As per Census 2011, Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) village has a total population of 11,663 people, consisting of 5,882 males and 5,781 females. The village has 2,307 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,533 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6,784 literate and 4,879 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,309 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,790 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,663 | 5,882 | 5,781 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,533 | 759 | 774 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,309 | 658 | 651 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,790 | 1,383 | 1,407 |
| Literate Population | 6,784 | 3,909 | 2,875 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,879 | 1,973 | 2,906 |
Nearby Villages of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)
Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chuna Bhati Tea Garden (d) | South | 2.49 km |
| Ambari Tea Garden (d) | South-West | 2.98 km |
| Haritalguri Tea Garden (d) | South-West | 5.36 km |
| Red Bank Tea Garden (d) | West | 5.37 km |
| Kathalguri Tea Garden (d) | South | 5.39 km |
| Nepania | South-East | 6.73 km |
| Diana Tea Garden (d) | South-West | 6.75 km |
| Chengmari Tea Garden | West | 6.89 km |
| Riabari Tea Garden (d) | South | 7.70 km |
| Palasbari Tea Garden (d) | South | 8.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)
Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chengmari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 60.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gayerkata to Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is about 70.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) 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 Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)
Where is Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) located?
Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) village is located in Banarhat Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is Chamurchi.
What is the pincode of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)?
The pincode of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is 735207.
What is the population of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)?
Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) has a total population of 11,663, including 5,882 males and 5,781 females.
How many households are there in Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)?
There are 2,307 households in Chamurchi Tea Garden (D).
What is the literacy rate in Chamurchi Tea Garden (D)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamurchi Tea Garden (D) is 58.17%. Male literacy is 66.46% and female literacy is 49.73%.