Ranichera Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Ranichera Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Damdim serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ranichera Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ranichera Tea Garden is 306916. The village covers a total geographical area of 1126.21 hectares and falls under the 735229 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Ranichera Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ranichera Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Ranichera Tea Garden village had a total population of 5,088 people, including 2,508 males and 2,580 females, living in 1,075 households. The sex ratio was 1,029 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.60%, with male literacy at 72.24% and female literacy at 51.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,228.
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 | 5,088 | 2,508 | 2,580 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 347 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 80 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,228 | 2,077 | 2,151 |
| Literate Population | 2,722 | 1,561 | 1,161 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,366 | 947 | 1,419 |
Nearby Villages of Ranichera Tea Garden
Ranichera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Betbari Tea Garden | South | 2.50 km |
| Manabari Tea Garden | West | 3.19 km |
| Sisubari Tea Garden | South-East | 3.41 km |
| Syli Tea Garden | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Manabari | North-West | 3.60 km |
| Rangamati Tea Garden | East | 3.86 km |
| Turibari | North | 4.28 km |
| Paschim Damdim | South | 4.43 km |
| Kumlai Tea Garden | South-East | 4.69 km |
| Uttar Phulbari | West | 5.09 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ranichera Tea Garden
Public transport in the Ranichera Tea Garden is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Dam Dim, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 32.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Mal to Ranichera Tea Garden is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Ranichera Tea Garden is about 55 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 Ranichera Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ranichera 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 Ranichera 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 Ranichera Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ranichera Tea Garden
Where is Ranichera Tea Garden located?
Ranichera Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ranichera Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Ranichera Tea Garden is Damdim.
What is the pincode of Ranichera Tea Garden?
The pincode of Ranichera Tea Garden is 735229.
What is the population of Ranichera Tea Garden?
Ranichera Tea Garden had a total population of 5,088, including 2,508 males and 2,580 females.
How many households are there in Ranichera Tea Garden?
Ranichera Tea Garden had 1,075 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ranichera Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ranichera Tea Garden was 61.60%. Male literacy was 72.24% and female literacy was 51.42%.