Patharjhora Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Patharjhora Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 59.9 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Odlabari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Patharjhora Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Patharjhora Tea Garden is 306906. The village covers a total geographical area of 879 hectares and falls under the 735222 pincode. Oodlabari is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Patharjhora Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Patharjhora Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Patharjhora Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,335 people, including 2,129 males and 2,206 females, living in 894 households. The sex ratio was 1,036 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.74%, with male literacy at 82.39% and female literacy at 59.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 781, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,003.
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 | 4,335 | 2,129 | 2,206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 249 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 781 | 393 | 388 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,003 | 976 | 1,027 |
| Literate Population | 2,735 | 1,549 | 1,186 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,600 | 580 | 1,020 |
Nearby Villages of Patharjhora Tea Garden
Patharjhora 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Lehti Forest | West | 2.58 km |
| Turibari | South | 2.96 km |
| Turibari Khasmahal | South-West | 3.22 km |
| Mal Khasmahal | North-East | 3.38 km |
| Menglass Tea Garden | South-East | 3.60 km |
| Syli Tea Garden | South-East | 4.53 km |
| Upper Fagu Tea Garden | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Pogu Forest | North | 5.14 km |
| Lower Fagu Tea Garden | East | 5.15 km |
| Noam Forest | North | 5.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Patharjhora Tea Garden
Patharjhora Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 35.9 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 Patharjhora Tea Garden is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Patharjhora Tea Garden is about 59.9 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 Patharjhora Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Patharjhora Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Patharjhora 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 Patharjhora Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Patharjhora Tea Garden
Where is Patharjhora Tea Garden located?
Patharjhora Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Patharjhora Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Patharjhora Tea Garden is Odlabari.
What is the pincode of Patharjhora Tea Garden?
The pincode of Patharjhora Tea Garden is 735222.
What is the population of Patharjhora Tea Garden?
Patharjhora Tea Garden had a total population of 4,335, including 2,129 males and 2,206 females.
How many households are there in Patharjhora Tea Garden?
Patharjhora Tea Garden had 894 households.
What is the literacy rate in Patharjhora Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Patharjhora Tea Garden was 70.74%. Male literacy was 82.39% and female literacy was 59.72%.