Engo Tea Garden - Matiali, Jalpaiguri
Engo Tea Garden is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 61.6 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Indong-matiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Engo Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Engo Tea Garden is 306991. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.8 hectares and falls under the 735223 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Engo Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Engo Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Engo Tea Garden village has a total population of 1,063 people, consisting of 510 males and 553 females. The village has 226 households and a sex ratio of 1,084 females per 1,000 males. There are 134 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 573 literate and 490 illiterate residents. Additionally, 60 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 626 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Engo Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,063 | 510 | 553 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 70 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 626 | 295 | 331 |
| Literate Population | 573 | 326 | 247 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 184 | 306 |
Nearby Villages of Engo Tea Garden
Engo 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalauni Tea Garden | East | 2.13 km |
| Juranti Tea Garden | South | 2.49 km |
| Darjiling Hilldoars Tea Garden | West | 3.50 km |
| Sakam Forest | North-West | 3.74 km |
| Nagaisuri Tea Garden | South-East | 3.78 km |
| Mal Forest | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Samsing Tea Garden | North-East | 4.83 km |
| Nakhati Tea Garden | South | 5.09 km |
| Chhut | South-East | 5.15 km |
| Gorubathan Khasmahal | West | 5.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Engo Tea Garden
Public transport in the Engo Tea Garden is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Chalsa Jn, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 44.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malbazar to Engo Tea Garden is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Engo Tea Garden is about 61.6 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Engo Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Engo Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Engo 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 Engo 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 Engo Tea Garden
Where is Engo Tea Garden located?
Engo Tea Garden village is located in Matiali Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Engo Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Engo Tea Garden is Indong-matiali.
What is the pincode of Engo Tea Garden?
The pincode of Engo Tea Garden is 735223.
What is the population of Engo Tea Garden?
Engo Tea Garden has a total population of 1,063, including 510 males and 553 females.
How many households are there in Engo Tea Garden?
There are 226 households in Engo Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Engo Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Engo Tea Garden is 53.90%. Male literacy is 63.92% and female literacy is 44.67%.