Menglass Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Menglass Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 57.7 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Rangamati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Menglass Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Menglass Tea Garden is 306907. The village covers a total geographical area of 683.5 hectares and falls under the 735229 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Menglass Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Menglass Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Menglass Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,369 people, including 2,204 males and 2,165 females, living in 968 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.75%, with male literacy at 66.72% and female literacy at 44.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 245, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,154.
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 | 4,369 | 2,204 | 2,165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 541 | 284 | 257 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 245 | 126 | 119 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,154 | 1,577 | 1,577 |
| Literate Population | 2,134 | 1,281 | 853 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,235 | 923 | 1,312 |
Nearby Villages of Menglass Tea Garden
Menglass 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Syli Tea Garden | South | 1.88 km |
| Turibari | West | 3.54 km |
| Patharjhora Tea Garden | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Mal Khasmahal | North | 3.76 km |
| Rangamati Tea Garden | South | 3.84 km |
| Lower Fagu Tea Garden | North-East | 3.92 km |
| Dalingkote Tea Garden | East | 3.93 km |
| Mal Forest | North-East | 4.46 km |
| Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden | South-East | 4.60 km |
| Nidam Jhora Tea Garden | South-East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Menglass Tea Garden
Menglass Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is New Mal Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.6 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal to Menglass Tea Garden is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Menglass Tea Garden is about 57.7 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 Menglass Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Menglass Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Menglass 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 Menglass Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Menglass Tea Garden
Where is Menglass Tea Garden located?
Menglass Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Menglass Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Menglass Tea Garden is Rangamati.
What is the pincode of Menglass Tea Garden?
The pincode of Menglass Tea Garden is 735229.
What is the population of Menglass Tea Garden?
Menglass Tea Garden had a total population of 4,369, including 2,204 males and 2,165 females.
How many households are there in Menglass Tea Garden?
Menglass Tea Garden had 968 households.
What is the literacy rate in Menglass Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Menglass Tea Garden was 55.75%. Male literacy was 66.72% and female literacy was 44.71%.