Damdim Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Damdim Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 57.6 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Damdim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Damdim Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Damdim Tea Garden is 306922. The village covers a total geographical area of 1401.84 hectares and falls under the 735209 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Damdim Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Damdim Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Damdim Tea Garden village had a total population of 8,451 people, including 4,139 males and 4,312 females, living in 1,732 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 52.18%, with male literacy at 62.61% and female literacy at 42.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 178, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6,579.
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 | 8,451 | 4,139 | 4,312 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,002 | 504 | 498 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 178 | 92 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6,579 | 3,215 | 3,364 |
| Literate Population | 3,887 | 2,276 | 1,611 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,564 | 1,863 | 2,701 |
Nearby Villages of Damdim Tea Garden
Damdim 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kumlai Tea Garden | North-East | 2.19 km |
| Paschim Damdim | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Bainguri Tea Garden | East | 3.23 km |
| Betbari Tea Garden | North-West | 3.33 km |
| Targhera | West | 3.45 km |
| Sisubari Tea Garden | North | 3.86 km |
| Purba Damdim | South-East | 4.56 km |
| New Clenco Tea Garden (p) | North-East | 5.08 km |
| Demkajhora | East | 5.11 km |
| Dakshin Odlabari (ct) | West | 5.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Damdim Tea Garden
Damdim 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 31.5 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 Mal to Damdim Tea Garden is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Damdim Tea Garden is about 57.6 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 Damdim Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Damdim Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Damdim 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 Damdim 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 Damdim Tea Garden
Where is Damdim Tea Garden located?
Damdim Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Damdim Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Damdim Tea Garden is Damdim.
What is the pincode of Damdim Tea Garden?
The pincode of Damdim Tea Garden is 735209.
What is the population of Damdim Tea Garden?
Damdim Tea Garden had a total population of 8,451, including 4,139 males and 4,312 females.
How many households are there in Damdim Tea Garden?
Damdim Tea Garden had 1,732 households.
What is the literacy rate in Damdim Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Damdim Tea Garden was 52.18%. Male literacy was 62.61% and female literacy was 42.24%.