Maraghat Tea Garden (D) - Banarhat, Jalpaiguri
Maraghat Tea Garden (D) is a village situated in the Banarhat subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.7 km from Dhupguri and around 56.2 km from Jalpaiguri . Binnaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Maraghat Tea Garden (D) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Maraghat Tea Garden (D) is 307418. The village covers a total geographical area of 697.37 hectares and falls under the 735202 pincode. Gosaikat is the nearest town, located about 6 km away.
Maraghat 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 Madarihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alipurduars Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Maraghat Tea Garden (D)
According to the 2011 Census, Maraghat Tea Garden (D) village had a total population of 5,011 people, including 2,477 males and 2,534 females, living in 1,168 households. The sex ratio was 1,023 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.38%, with male literacy at 71.17% and female literacy at 45.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 727, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,067.
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 | 5,011 | 2,477 | 2,534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 330 | 323 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 727 | 360 | 367 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,067 | 1,503 | 1,564 |
| Literate Population | 2,544 | 1,528 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,467 | 949 | 1,518 |
Nearby Villages of Maraghat Tea Garden (D)
Maraghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Banarhat Tea Garden (ct) | North-East | 2.83 km |
| Gendrapara Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 3.34 km |
| Binaguri Tea Garden (d) | South-East | 3.80 km |
| Lakshmipara Tea Garden (d) | North | 4.95 km |
| Karbala Tea Garden (d) | North-East | 4.97 km |
| Palasbari Tea Garden (d) | North-East | 5.19 km |
| Telipara Tea Garden (d) (ct) | South-East | 6.18 km |
| Debpara Tea Garden (d) | North | 6.67 km |
| Riabari Tea Garden (d) | North-East | 6.87 km |
| Chanadipa (d) | South-West | 7.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Maraghat Tea Garden (D)
Maraghat Tea Garden (D) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Banarhat, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 54.5 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gosaikat to Maraghat Tea Garden (D) is about 6 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Maraghat Tea Garden (D) is about 56.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Maraghat Tea Garden (D)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Maraghat Tea Garden (D) 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Maraghat 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 Maraghat 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Maraghat Tea Garden (D)
Where is Maraghat Tea Garden (D) located?
Maraghat Tea Garden (D) village is located in Banarhat Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Maraghat Tea Garden (D)?
The Gram Panchayat of Maraghat Tea Garden (D) is Binnaguri.
What is the pincode of Maraghat Tea Garden (D)?
The pincode of Maraghat Tea Garden (D) is 735202.
What is the population of Maraghat Tea Garden (D)?
Maraghat Tea Garden (D) had a total population of 5,011, including 2,477 males and 2,534 females.
How many households are there in Maraghat Tea Garden (D)?
Maraghat Tea Garden (D) had 1,168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Maraghat Tea Garden (D)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Maraghat Tea Garden (D) was 58.38%. Male literacy was 71.17% and female literacy was 45.95%.