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 Pradhan 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)
According to the 2011 Census, Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) village had a total population of 6,090 people, including 3,028 males and 3,062 females, living in 1,462 households. The sex ratio was 1,011 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.41%, with male literacy at 72.54% and female literacy at 48.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,421, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,062.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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) had a total population of 6,090, including 3,028 males and 3,062 females.
How many households are there in Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)?
Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) had 1,462 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kathalguri Tea Garden (D)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kathalguri Tea Garden (D) was 60.41%. Male literacy was 72.54% and female literacy was 48.27%.