Kilkote Tea Garden - Matiali, Jalpaiguri
Kilkote Tea Garden is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Matiali-batabari-i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kilkote Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kilkote Tea Garden is 307004. The village covers a total geographical area of 670.28 hectares and falls under the 735223 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Kilkote Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kilkote Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Kilkote Tea Garden village has a total population of 4,083 people, consisting of 2,037 males and 2,046 females. The village has 888 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 461 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,030 literate and 2,053 illiterate residents. Additionally, 239 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3,263 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kilkote Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,083 | 2,037 | 2,046 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 461 | 226 | 235 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 239 | 116 | 123 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3,263 | 1,640 | 1,623 |
| Literate Population | 2,030 | 1,213 | 817 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,053 | 824 | 1,229 |
Nearby Villages of Kilkote Tea Garden
Kilkote 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chalsa Mahabari (ct) | South | 1.67 km |
| Indong Tea Garden | North | 2.59 km |
| Aibhil Tea Garden | West | 2.93 km |
| Sathkaya Tea Garden | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Mangalbari (ct) | South | 3.70 km |
| Chhut | North | 3.97 km |
| Nagaisuri Tea Garden | North-West | 4.37 km |
| Chalsa Tea Garden | North-East | 4.95 km |
| Khariarbandar | South-West | 5.16 km |
| Son Gachhi Tea Garden | West | 5.30 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kilkote Tea Garden
Public transport in the Kilkote 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 44.5 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malbazar to Kilkote Tea Garden is about 11 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Kilkote Tea Garden is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kilkote Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kilkote 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 Kilkote 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 Kilkote 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 Kilkote Tea Garden
Where is Kilkote Tea Garden located?
Kilkote Tea Garden village is located in Matiali Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kilkote Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Kilkote Tea Garden is Matiali-batabari-i.
What is the pincode of Kilkote Tea Garden?
The pincode of Kilkote Tea Garden is 735223.
What is the population of Kilkote Tea Garden?
Kilkote Tea Garden has a total population of 4,083, including 2,037 males and 2,046 females.
How many households are there in Kilkote Tea Garden?
There are 888 households in Kilkote Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Kilkote Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kilkote Tea Garden is 49.72%. Male literacy is 59.55% and female literacy is 39.93%.