Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 40.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 32.3 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Changmari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden is 306953. The village covers a total geographical area of 522.7 hectares and falls under the 735221 pincode. Oodlabari is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,881 people, including 2,472 males and 2,409 females, living in 1,084 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.86%, with male literacy at 69.01% and female literacy at 48.51%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 351, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,386.
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 | 4,881 | 2,472 | 2,409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 688 | 355 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 351 | 174 | 177 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,386 | 1,740 | 1,646 |
| Literate Population | 2,468 | 1,461 | 1,007 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,413 | 1,011 | 1,402 |
Nearby Villages of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden
Jogesh Chandra 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Mal Hati Forest | South | 0.46 km |
| Uttar Chengmari | North | 1.58 km |
| Uttar Majhgram | North-East | 1.80 km |
| Paschim Dolaigaon | South-West | 1.83 km |
| Purbba Dolaicaon | South | 2.57 km |
| Gochimari | North-West | 2.93 km |
| Golabari | South-West | 3.07 km |
| Uttar Khalpara | South-East | 3.17 km |
| Jhar Majhgram | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Kranti | East | 3.51 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden
Public transport in the Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Belakoba, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 28.9 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Oodlabari to Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden is about 32.3 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jogesh Chandra 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Jogesh Chandra 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 Jogesh Chandra 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden
Where is Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden located?
Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden is Changmari.
What is the pincode of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden?
The pincode of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden is 735221.
What is the population of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden?
Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden had a total population of 4,881, including 2,472 males and 2,409 females.
How many households are there in Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden?
Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden had 1,084 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden was 58.86%. Male literacy was 69.01% and female literacy was 48.51%.