Juranti Tea Garden - Matiali, Jalpaiguri
Juranti Tea Garden is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 58.4 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Indong-matiali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Juranti Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Juranti Tea Garden is 306992. The village covers a total geographical area of 779.69 hectares and falls under the 735223 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Juranti Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Juranti Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Juranti Tea Garden village has a total population of 5,402 people, consisting of 2,640 males and 2,762 females. The village has 1,157 households and a sex ratio of 1,046 females per 1,000 males. There are 600 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,020 literate and 2,382 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2,989 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Juranti Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,402 | 2,640 | 2,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 600 | 292 | 308 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 289 | 298 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,989 | 1,463 | 1,526 |
| Literate Population | 3,020 | 1,733 | 1,287 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,382 | 907 | 1,475 |
Nearby Villages of Juranti Tea Garden
Juranti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nagaisuri Tea Garden | East | 1.92 km |
| Engo Tea Garden | North | 2.49 km |
| Nakhati Tea Garden | South-West | 3.10 km |
| Chalauni Tea Garden | North-East | 3.20 km |
| Aibhil Tea Garden | South | 3.45 km |
| Chhut | East | 3.77 km |
| Darjiling Hilldoars Tea Garden | West | 4.35 km |
| Mal Forest | West | 4.71 km |
| Malnadi Tea Garden | South-West | 4.99 km |
| Dalingkote Tea Garden | South-West | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Juranti Tea Garden
Juranti Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 43.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Malbazar to Juranti Tea Garden is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Juranti Tea Garden is about 58.4 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 Juranti Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Juranti 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 Juranti 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 Juranti 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Juranti Tea Garden
Where is Juranti Tea Garden located?
Juranti Tea Garden village is located in Matiali Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Juranti Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Juranti Tea Garden is Indong-matiali.
What is the pincode of Juranti Tea Garden?
The pincode of Juranti Tea Garden is 735223.
What is the population of Juranti Tea Garden?
Juranti Tea Garden has a total population of 5,402, including 2,640 males and 2,762 females.
How many households are there in Juranti Tea Garden?
There are 1,157 households in Juranti Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Juranti Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Juranti Tea Garden is 55.91%. Male literacy is 65.64% and female literacy is 46.60%.