Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden - Banarhat, Jalpaiguri
Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is a village situated in the Banarhat subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 11.5 km from Dhupguri and around 44.3 km from Jalpaiguri . Salbari-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is 307443. The village covers a total geographical area of 365.49 hectares and falls under the 735233 pincode. Dhupguri is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhupguri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jalpaiguri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden village has a total population of 1,229 people, consisting of 604 males and 625 females. The village has 259 households and a sex ratio of 1,034 females per 1,000 males. There are 249 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 411 literate and 818 illiterate residents. Additionally, 23 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,173 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,229 | 604 | 625 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 249 | 121 | 128 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 23 | 8 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,173 | 578 | 595 |
| Literate Population | 411 | 244 | 167 |
| Illiterate Population | 818 | 360 | 458 |
Nearby Villages of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden
Lakshmikantapur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bamantari | South | 1.71 km |
| Chamtimukhi (d) | West | 1.85 km |
| Uttar Khuttimari | East | 2.25 km |
| Paschim Duramari (d) | North | 2.47 km |
| Uttar Jhor Altagram (d) | North | 2.84 km |
| Paschim Dangapara | South-West | 2.94 km |
| Madhya Khuttimari | South-East | 3.02 km |
| Dakhin Nunkhawa Danga (d) | North-West | 3.35 km |
| Purba Duramari (d) | North-East | 3.47 km |
| Purbba Daukimari | South | 3.86 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden
Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Altagram, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Dhupguri to Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is about 44.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Lakshmikantapur 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 Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden
Where is Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden located?
Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden village is located in Banarhat Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is Salbari-ii.
What is the pincode of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden?
The pincode of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is 735233.
What is the population of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden?
Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden has a total population of 1,229, including 604 males and 625 females.
How many households are there in Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden?
There are 259 households in Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Lakshmikantapur Tea Garden is 33.44%. Male literacy is 40.40% and female literacy is 26.72%.