Ellenbury Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Ellenbury Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 20.3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 60.7 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Bagrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ellenbury Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ellenbury Tea Garden is 306888. The village covers a total geographical area of 406.3 hectares and falls under the 734501 pincode. Nmal is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Ellenbury Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Ellenbury Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Ellenbury Tea Garden village had a total population of 2,470 people, including 1,254 males and 1,216 females, living in 497 households. The sex ratio was 970 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 59.55%, with male literacy at 67.63% and female literacy at 51.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 366, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,444.
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 | 2,470 | 1,254 | 1,216 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 366 | 181 | 185 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,444 | 742 | 702 |
| Literate Population | 1,294 | 748 | 546 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,176 | 506 | 670 |
Nearby Villages of Ellenbury Tea Garden
Ellenbury 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sundaribasti | South | 1.78 km |
| Washabari Tea Garden | East | 2.06 km |
| Kalagaity Tea Garden | South-East | 2.61 km |
| Purbba Totgaon | South-West | 2.72 km |
| Kalagaity | East | 2.95 km |
| Paschim Totgaon | West | 3.97 km |
| Mangpong Forest | North-West | 4.21 km |
| Lish Forest | North | 4.83 km |
| Bagrakot Tea Garden | East | 5.25 km |
| Lishriver Tea Garden | East | 5.28 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ellenbury Tea Garden
Public transport in the Ellenbury Tea Garden 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 23.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Nmal to Ellenbury Tea Garden is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Ellenbury Tea Garden is about 60.7 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 Ellenbury Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ellenbury 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 Ellenbury 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 Ellenbury 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 Ellenbury Tea Garden
Where is Ellenbury Tea Garden located?
Ellenbury Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ellenbury Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Ellenbury Tea Garden is Bagrakot.
What is the pincode of Ellenbury Tea Garden?
The pincode of Ellenbury Tea Garden is 734501.
What is the population of Ellenbury Tea Garden?
Ellenbury Tea Garden had a total population of 2,470, including 1,254 males and 1,216 females.
How many households are there in Ellenbury Tea Garden?
Ellenbury Tea Garden had 497 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ellenbury Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ellenbury Tea Garden was 59.55%. Male literacy was 67.63% and female literacy was 51.17%.