Tasti Tea Garden - Falakata, Alipurduar
Tasti Tea Garden is a village situated in the Falakata subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.1 km from Falakata and around 59.4 km from Jalpaiguri . Dalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Tasti Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tasti Tea Garden is 307366. The village covers a total geographical area of 605.69 hectares and falls under the 735204 pincode. Falakata is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Tasti Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Tasti Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Tasti Tea Garden village has a total population of 5,568 people, consisting of 2,765 males and 2,803 females. The village has 1,106 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 802 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,563 literate and 3,005 illiterate residents. Additionally, 267 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,745 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Tasti Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,568 | 2,765 | 2,803 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 802 | 405 | 397 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 141 | 126 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,745 | 2,345 | 2,400 |
| Literate Population | 2,563 | 1,547 | 1,016 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,005 | 1,218 | 1,787 |
Nearby Villages of Tasti Tea Garden
Tasti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dalgaon Forest | West | 2.01 km |
| Dalgaon Tea Garden | North | 2.71 km |
| Dalgaon | North-East | 2.84 km |
| Sishabari Sarugaon | South-West | 3.47 km |
| Alinagar | South | 3.69 km |
| Hedayet Nagar | South | 4.26 km |
| Chengmaritari | West | 4.47 km |
| Dakshin Sisubari | North-East | 4.94 km |
| Uttar Sisubari | North-East | 5.66 km |
| Ethelbari Tea Garden | West | 5.75 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Tasti Tea Garden
Tasti Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Mujnal, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Falakata to Tasti Tea Garden is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Tasti Tea Garden is about 59.4 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 Tasti Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tasti Tea Garden 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tasti 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 Tasti Tea Garden 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 Tasti Tea Garden
Where is Tasti Tea Garden located?
Tasti Tea Garden village is located in Falakata Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tasti Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Tasti Tea Garden is Dalgaon.
What is the pincode of Tasti Tea Garden?
The pincode of Tasti Tea Garden is 735204.
What is the population of Tasti Tea Garden?
Tasti Tea Garden has a total population of 5,568, including 2,765 males and 2,803 females.
How many households are there in Tasti Tea Garden?
There are 1,106 households in Tasti Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Tasti Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tasti Tea Garden is 46.03%. Male literacy is 55.95% and female literacy is 36.25%.