Bandapani Tea Garden - Madarihat, Alipurduar
Bandapani Tea Garden is a village situated in the Madarihat subdivision of Alipurduar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 24.3 km from Madarihat and around 76.2 km from Jalpaiguri . Bandapani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bandapani Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bandapani Tea Garden is 307066. The village covers a total geographical area of 2354.87 hectares and falls under the 735220 pincode. Gayerkata is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Bandapani Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bandapani Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Bandapani Tea Garden village has a total population of 5,390 people, consisting of 2,756 males and 2,634 females. The village has 1,183 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 741 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,940 literate and 2,450 illiterate residents. Additionally, 605 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,669 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bandapani Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,390 | 2,756 | 2,634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 741 | 396 | 345 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 605 | 310 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,669 | 1,347 | 1,322 |
| Literate Population | 2,940 | 1,765 | 1,175 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,450 | 991 | 1,459 |
Nearby Villages of Bandapani Tea Garden
Bandapani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Riti Forest | West | 3.50 km |
| Garochera Bandapani | North-East | 3.82 km |
| Jaybirpara Tea Garden | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Nepania | North-West | 4.99 km |
| Dalmore Tea Garden | South-East | 5.14 km |
| Dheklapara Tea Garden | South-West | 5.19 km |
| Nangdala Tea Garden | South | 5.67 km |
| Riabari Tea Garden (d) | North-West | 5.92 km |
| Karbala Tea Garden (d) | West | 5.98 km |
| Hoasinbad Tea Garden | South | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bandapani Tea Garden
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bandapani Tea Garden. The nearest railway station is Dalgaon, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Gayerkata to Bandapani Tea Garden is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Bandapani Tea Garden is about 76.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bandapani Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bandapani Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bandapani 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 Bandapani 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bandapani Tea Garden
Where is Bandapani Tea Garden located?
Bandapani Tea Garden village is located in Madarihat Subdivision, Alipurduar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bandapani Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Bandapani Tea Garden is Bandapani.
What is the pincode of Bandapani Tea Garden?
The pincode of Bandapani Tea Garden is 735220.
What is the population of Bandapani Tea Garden?
Bandapani Tea Garden has a total population of 5,390, including 2,756 males and 2,634 females.
How many households are there in Bandapani Tea Garden?
There are 1,183 households in Bandapani Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Bandapani Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bandapani Tea Garden is 54.55%. Male literacy is 64.04% and female literacy is 44.61%.