Bagrakot Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Bagrakot Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 55.3 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Bagrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bagrakot Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bagrakot Tea Garden is 306895. The village covers a total geographical area of 999.2 hectares and falls under the 734501 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bagrakot Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bagrakot Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Bagrakot Tea Garden village had a total population of 9,971 people, including 4,907 males and 5,064 females, living in 2,116 households. The sex ratio was 1,032 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.78%, with male literacy at 85.30% and female literacy at 66.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,056, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,914.
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 | 9,971 | 4,907 | 5,064 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 895 | 458 | 437 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,056 | 521 | 535 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,914 | 1,409 | 1,505 |
| Literate Population | 6,878 | 3,795 | 3,083 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,093 | 1,112 | 1,981 |
Nearby Villages of Bagrakot Tea Garden
Bagrakot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Uttar Phulbari | East | 2.41 km |
| Lishriver Tea Garden | South | 2.73 km |
| Kalagaity | South-West | 3.03 km |
| Washabari Tea Garden | West | 3.19 km |
| Churanthi Forest | North | 4.26 km |
| Manabari Tea Garden | East | 4.37 km |
| Lish Forest | North-West | 4.66 km |
| Dakshin Phulbari | South | 4.75 km |
| Kalagaity Tea Garden | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Saogaon Tea Garden | South | 5.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bagrakot Tea Garden
Bagrakot Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Bagrakot, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal to Bagrakot Tea Garden is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Bagrakot Tea Garden is about 55.3 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 Bagrakot Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bagrakot Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bagrakot 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 Bagrakot 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 Bagrakot Tea Garden
Where is Bagrakot Tea Garden located?
Bagrakot Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bagrakot Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Bagrakot Tea Garden is Bagrakot.
What is the pincode of Bagrakot Tea Garden?
The pincode of Bagrakot Tea Garden is 734501.
What is the population of Bagrakot Tea Garden?
Bagrakot Tea Garden had a total population of 9,971, including 4,907 males and 5,064 females.
How many households are there in Bagrakot Tea Garden?
Bagrakot Tea Garden had 2,116 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bagrakot Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bagrakot Tea Garden was 75.78%. Male literacy was 85.30% and female literacy was 66.63%.