Bainguri Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Bainguri Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 16.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 43.5 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Damdim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bainguri Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bainguri Tea Garden is 306930. The village covers a total geographical area of 1068.92 hectares and falls under the 735221 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Bainguri Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bainguri Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Bainguri Tea Garden village has a total population of 6,742 people, consisting of 3,369 males and 3,373 females. The village has 1,311 households and a sex ratio of 1,001 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,006 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,734 literate and 4,008 illiterate residents. Additionally, 232 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,534 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bainguri Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,742 | 3,369 | 3,373 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,006 | 526 | 480 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 232 | 123 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,534 | 2,737 | 2,797 |
| Literate Population | 2,734 | 1,667 | 1,067 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,008 | 1,702 | 2,306 |
Nearby Villages of Bainguri Tea Garden
Bainguri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Demkajhora | East | 1.88 km |
| Purba Damdim | South | 2.58 km |
| Damdim Tea Garden | West | 3.23 km |
| Kumlai Tea Garden | North-West | 3.31 km |
| Haihaipathar | East | 3.65 km |
| Nipuchhapur Tea Garden | South-East | 4.08 km |
| Tesimala | North-East | 4.13 km |
| New Clenco Tea Garden (p) | North | 4.23 km |
| Nipuchhapur | South | 4.76 km |
| Sisubari Tea Garden | North | 5.02 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bainguri Tea Garden
Bainguri Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dam Dim, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.5 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 Mal to Bainguri Tea Garden is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Bainguri Tea Garden is about 43.5 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bainguri Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bainguri Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bainguri 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 Bainguri 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 Bainguri Tea Garden
Where is Bainguri Tea Garden located?
Bainguri Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bainguri Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Bainguri Tea Garden is Damdim.
What is the pincode of Bainguri Tea Garden?
The pincode of Bainguri Tea Garden is 735221.
What is the population of Bainguri Tea Garden?
Bainguri Tea Garden has a total population of 6,742, including 3,369 males and 3,373 females.
How many households are there in Bainguri Tea Garden?
There are 1,311 households in Bainguri Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Bainguri Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bainguri Tea Garden is 40.55%. Male literacy is 49.48% and female literacy is 31.63%.