Palasbari Tea Garden (D) - Banarhat, Jalpaiguri
Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is a village situated in the Banarhat subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 36.8 km from Dhupguri and around 60.7 km from Jalpaiguri . Banarhat-ii serves as the Gram Panchayat for Palasbari Tea Garden (D) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is 307410. The village covers a total geographical area of 429.77 hectares and falls under the 735202 pincode. Gairkata is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Palasbari 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 Palasbari Tea Garden (D)
As per Census 2011, Palasbari Tea Garden (D) village has a total population of 3,312 people, consisting of 1,652 males and 1,660 females. The village has 769 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 305 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,009 literate and 1,303 illiterate residents. Additionally, 566 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,291 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Palasbari Tea Garden (D) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,312 | 1,652 | 1,660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 305 | 153 | 152 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 566 | 277 | 289 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,291 | 646 | 645 |
| Literate Population | 2,009 | 1,157 | 852 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,303 | 495 | 808 |
Nearby Villages of Palasbari Tea Garden (D)
Palasbari 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) | South-West | 2.36 km |
| Haritalguri Tea Garden (d) | North | 2.78 km |
| Riabari Tea Garden (d) | East | 3.00 km |
| Lakshmipara Tea Garden (d) | West | 3.31 km |
| Karbala Tea Garden (d) | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Debpara Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 3.70 km |
| Kathalguri Tea Garden (d) | North-East | 3.95 km |
| Diana Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 4.30 km |
| Gendrapara Tea Garden (d) | South-West | 4.62 km |
| Maraghat Tea Garden (d) | South-West | 5.19 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Palasbari Tea Garden (D)
Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Banarhat, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gairkata to Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is about 60.7 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Palasbari Tea Garden (D)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Palasbari Tea Garden (D) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Palasbari 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 Palasbari 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Palasbari Tea Garden (D)
Where is Palasbari Tea Garden (D) located?
Palasbari Tea Garden (D) village is located in Banarhat Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Palasbari Tea Garden (D)?
The Gram Panchayat of Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is Banarhat-ii.
What is the pincode of Palasbari Tea Garden (D)?
The pincode of Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is 735202.
What is the population of Palasbari Tea Garden (D)?
Palasbari Tea Garden (D) has a total population of 3,312, including 1,652 males and 1,660 females.
How many households are there in Palasbari Tea Garden (D)?
There are 769 households in Palasbari Tea Garden (D).
What is the literacy rate in Palasbari Tea Garden (D)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Palasbari Tea Garden (D) is 60.66%. Male literacy is 70.04% and female literacy is 51.33%.