Odlabari Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Odlabari Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 45.3 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Odlabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Odlabari Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Odlabari Tea Garden is 306902. The village covers a total geographical area of 272.9 hectares and falls under the 735222 pincode. Oodlabari is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Odlabari Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Odlabari Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Odlabari Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,284 people, including 2,159 males and 2,125 females, living in 878 households. The sex ratio was 984 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.88%, with male literacy at 64.37% and female literacy at 47.26%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 543, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,145.
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 | 4,284 | 2,159 | 2,125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 567 | 287 | 280 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 543 | 271 | 272 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,145 | 1,595 | 1,550 |
| Literate Population | 2,077 | 1,205 | 872 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,207 | 954 | 1,253 |
Nearby Villages of Odlabari Tea Garden
Odlabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dakshin Odlabari (ct) | North | 1.38 km |
| Dakshin Phulbari | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Targhera | East | 2.57 km |
| Paschim Damdim | North-East | 3.60 km |
| Saogaon Tea Garden | West | 3.73 km |
| Lishriver Tea Garden | North-West | 4.05 km |
| Hanskhali | South-West | 4.18 km |
| Apalchand Forest | South-East | 5.26 km |
| Saogaon | West | 5.38 km |
| Uttar Phulbari | North | 5.49 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Odlabari Tea Garden
Public transport in the Odlabari Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Oodlabari, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 27.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Odlabari Tea Garden is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Odlabari Tea Garden is about 45.3 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Odlabari Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Odlabari Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Odlabari 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 Odlabari 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Odlabari Tea Garden
Where is Odlabari Tea Garden located?
Odlabari Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Odlabari Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Odlabari Tea Garden is Odlabari.
What is the pincode of Odlabari Tea Garden?
The pincode of Odlabari Tea Garden is 735222.
What is the population of Odlabari Tea Garden?
Odlabari Tea Garden had a total population of 4,284, including 2,159 males and 2,125 females.
How many households are there in Odlabari Tea Garden?
Odlabari Tea Garden had 878 households.
What is the literacy rate in Odlabari Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Odlabari Tea Garden was 55.88%. Male literacy was 64.37% and female literacy was 47.26%.