Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden Village - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Gurjang Jhora 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 51.6 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Rangamati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden is 306910. The village covers a total geographical area of 330.25 hectares and falls under the 735221 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden village has a total population of 2,423 people, consisting of 1,224 males and 1,199 females. The village has 500 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 278 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,469 literate and 954 illiterate residents. Additionally, 211 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,309 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,423 | 1,224 | 1,199 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 278 | 137 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 211 | 106 | 105 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,309 | 669 | 640 |
| Literate Population | 1,469 | 915 | 554 |
| Illiterate Population | 954 | 309 | 645 |
Nearby Villages of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden
Gurjang Jhora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Malnadi Tea Garden | North-East | 1.28 km |
| Nidam Jhora Tea Garden | South | 1.42 km |
| Tunbari Tea Garden (p) | South-East | 2.09 km |
| Dalingkote Tea Garden | North | 2.12 km |
| Rangamati Tea Garden | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Nakhati Tea Garden | North-East | 3.25 km |
| Son Gachhi Tea Garden | East | 3.34 km |
| Mal Forest | North | 4.43 km |
| Menglass Tea Garden | North-West | 4.60 km |
| Syli Tea Garden | West | 4.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden
Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is New Mal Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden is about 51.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gurjang Jhora 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 Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden
Where is Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden located?
Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden is Rangamati.
What is the pincode of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden?
The pincode of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden is 735221.
What is the population of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden?
Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden has a total population of 2,423, including 1,224 males and 1,199 females.
How many households are there in Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden?
There are 500 households in Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden is 60.63%. Male literacy is 74.75% and female literacy is 46.21%.