Syli Tea Garden - Mal, Jalpaiguri
Syli Tea Garden is a village situated in the Mal subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Malbazar and around 58 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Rangamati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Syli Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Syli Tea Garden is 306915. The village covers a total geographical area of 760.75 hectares and falls under the 735229 pincode. Mal is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Syli Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Syli Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Syli Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,751 people, including 2,356 males and 2,395 females, living in 998 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.24%, with male literacy at 72.87% and female literacy at 51.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 313, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3,739.
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 | 4,751 | 2,356 | 2,395 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 583 | 281 | 302 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 313 | 146 | 167 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,739 | 1,869 | 1,870 |
| Literate Population | 2,594 | 1,512 | 1,082 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,157 | 844 | 1,313 |
Nearby Villages of Syli Tea Garden
Syli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Menglass Tea Garden | North | 1.88 km |
| Rangamati Tea Garden | South-East | 2.76 km |
| Turibari | West | 3.01 km |
| Ranichera Tea Garden | South-West | 3.41 km |
| Patharjhora Tea Garden | North-West | 4.53 km |
| Turibari Khasmahal | West | 4.55 km |
| Nidam Jhora Tea Garden | East | 4.59 km |
| Manabari | West | 4.71 km |
| Gurjang Jhora Tea Garden | East | 4.81 km |
| Dalingkote Tea Garden | East | 4.95 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Syli Tea Garden
Syli Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dam Dim, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 35.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal to Syli Tea Garden is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Syli 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 Syli Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Syli Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Syli 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 Syli 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Syli Tea Garden
Where is Syli Tea Garden located?
Syli Tea Garden village is located in Mal Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Syli Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Syli Tea Garden is Rangamati.
What is the pincode of Syli Tea Garden?
The pincode of Syli Tea Garden is 735229.
What is the population of Syli Tea Garden?
Syli Tea Garden had a total population of 4,751, including 2,356 males and 2,395 females.
How many households are there in Syli Tea Garden?
Syli Tea Garden had 998 households.
What is the literacy rate in Syli Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Syli Tea Garden was 62.24%. Male literacy was 72.87% and female literacy was 51.70%.