Kalagaity Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Kalagaity Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Bagrakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalagaity Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalagaity Tea Garden is 306891. The village covers a total geographical area of 209.9 hectares and falls under the 734501 pincode. Oodlabari is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kalagaity Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalagaity Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Kalagaity Tea Garden village had a total population of 1,100 people, including 582 males and 518 females, living in 233 households. The sex ratio was 890 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.88%, with male literacy at 72.65% and female literacy at 47.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 44, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 866.
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 | 1,100 | 582 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 149 | 81 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 866 | 453 | 413 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 364 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 218 | 303 |
Nearby Villages of Kalagaity Tea Garden
Kalagaity 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 | West | 1.53 km |
| Kalagaity | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Ellenbury Tea Garden | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Washabari Tea Garden | North | 2.76 km |
| Saogaon Tea Garden | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Saogaon | South | 3.20 km |
| Lishriver Tea Garden | East | 3.61 km |
| Purbba Totgaon | West | 3.98 km |
| Bagrakot Tea Garden | North-East | 4.91 km |
| Dakshin Phulbari | East | 4.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalagaity Tea Garden
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kalagaity Tea Garden. The nearest railway station is Bagrakot, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 23.6 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 Oodlabari to Kalagaity Tea Garden is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Kalagaity Tea Garden is about 58 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 Kalagaity Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalagaity Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kalagaity 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 Kalagaity 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalagaity Tea Garden
Where is Kalagaity Tea Garden located?
Kalagaity Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kalagaity Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalagaity Tea Garden is Bagrakot.
What is the pincode of Kalagaity Tea Garden?
The pincode of Kalagaity Tea Garden is 734501.
What is the population of Kalagaity Tea Garden?
Kalagaity Tea Garden had a total population of 1,100, including 582 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Kalagaity Tea Garden?
Kalagaity Tea Garden had 233 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalagaity Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalagaity Tea Garden was 60.88%. Male literacy was 72.65% and female literacy was 47.78%.