Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) - Banarhat, Jalpaiguri
Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) is a village situated in the Banarhat subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 32.1 km from Dhupguri and around 66.8 km from Jalpaiguri . Chamurchi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) is 307408. The village covers a total geographical area of 973.3 hectares and falls under the 735202 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kathalguri 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 Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)
As per Census 2011, Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) village has a total population of 6,090 people, consisting of 3,028 males and 3,062 females. The village has 1,462 households and a sex ratio of 1,011 females per 1,000 males. There are 778 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,209 literate and 2,881 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,421 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,062 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,090 | 3,028 | 3,062 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 778 | 370 | 408 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,421 | 701 | 720 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,062 | 1,545 | 1,517 |
| Literate Population | 3,209 | 1,928 | 1,281 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,881 | 1,100 | 1,781 |
Nearby Villages of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)
Kathalguri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Riabari Tea Garden (d) | South | 2.35 km |
| Nepania | East | 2.49 km |
| Haritalguri Tea Garden (d) | West | 2.85 km |
| Chuna Bhati Tea Garden (d) | North | 2.90 km |
| Palasbari Tea Garden (d) | South-West | 3.95 km |
| Karbala Tea Garden (d) | South | 4.79 km |
| Ambari Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 5.02 km |
| Chamurchi Tea Garden (d) | North | 5.39 km |
| Riti Forest | South | 5.55 km |
| Diana Tea Garden (d) | West | 5.96 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)
Kathalguri 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 Banarhat, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.1 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 | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gairkata to Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) is about 66.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kathalguri 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 Kathalguri 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 Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)
Where is Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) located?
Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) village is located in Banarhat Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) is Chamurchi.
What is the pincode of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)?
The pincode of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) is 735202.
What is the population of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)?
Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) has a total population of 6,090, including 3,028 males and 3,062 females.
How many households are there in Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)?
There are 1,462 households in Kathalguri Tea Garden (D).
What is the literacy rate in Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) is 52.69%. Male literacy is 63.67% and female literacy is 41.84%.