Batabari Tea Garden - Matiali, Jalpaiguri
Batabari Tea Garden is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 43.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Matiali-batabari-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Batabari Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Batabari Tea Garden is 307012. The village covers a total geographical area of 393.16 hectares and falls under the 735206 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Batabari Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Batabari Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Batabari Tea Garden village has a total population of 2,644 people, consisting of 1,277 males and 1,367 females. The village has 565 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 325 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,415 literate and 1,229 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,842 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Batabari Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,644 | 1,277 | 1,367 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 325 | 155 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 130 | 139 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,842 | 903 | 939 |
| Literate Population | 1,415 | 804 | 611 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,229 | 473 | 756 |
Nearby Villages of Batabari Tea Garden
Batabari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paschim Batabari | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Purbba Batabari | South | 1.85 km |
| Uttar Dhupjhora | East | 1.92 km |
| Khariarbandar | North-West | 2.48 km |
| Salbari | West | 2.71 km |
| Mangalbari (ct) | North | 2.82 km |
| Neora Majhiali | North-West | 3.61 km |
| Mathachulka | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Dakshin Dhupjhora | South-East | 3.70 km |
| Sathkaya Tea Garden | North | 4.35 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Batabari Tea Garden
Public transport in the Batabari Tea Garden is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chalsa Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Malbazar to Batabari Tea Garden is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Batabari Tea Garden is about 43.4 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Batabari Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Batabari Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Batabari 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 Batabari 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 Batabari Tea Garden
Where is Batabari Tea Garden located?
Batabari Tea Garden village is located in Matiali Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Batabari Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Batabari Tea Garden is Matiali-batabari-i.
What is the pincode of Batabari Tea Garden?
The pincode of Batabari Tea Garden is 735206.
What is the population of Batabari Tea Garden?
Batabari Tea Garden has a total population of 2,644, including 1,277 males and 1,367 females.
How many households are there in Batabari Tea Garden?
There are 565 households in Batabari Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Batabari Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Batabari Tea Garden is 53.52%. Male literacy is 62.96% and female literacy is 44.70%.