Samsing Tea Garden - Matiali, Jalpaiguri
Samsing Tea Garden is a village situated in the Matiali subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 10.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chalsa and around 61.8 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Matiali Hat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Samsing Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Samsing Tea Garden is 306998. The village covers a total geographical area of 773.76 hectares and falls under the 735223 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Samsing Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Samsing Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Samsing Tea Garden village has a total population of 6,713 people, consisting of 3,308 males and 3,405 females. The village has 1,451 households and a sex ratio of 1,029 females per 1,000 males. There are 599 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,576 literate and 2,137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 933 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,377 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Samsing Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,713 | 3,308 | 3,405 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 599 | 316 | 283 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 933 | 469 | 464 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,377 | 686 | 691 |
| Literate Population | 4,576 | 2,546 | 2,030 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,137 | 762 | 1,375 |
Nearby Villages of Samsing Tea Garden
Samsing 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Yongttong Tea Garden | South-East | 2.44 km |
| Chalauni Tea Garden | South-West | 2.79 km |
| Kumai Tea Garden | North-East | 2.90 km |
| Matiali Tea Garden | South-East | 3.19 km |
| Kumai Khasmahal | North | 4.37 km |
| Samsing Khasmahal | North | 4.68 km |
| Chhut | South | 4.72 km |
| Engo Tea Garden | South-West | 4.83 km |
| Kumai Forest | East | 4.90 km |
| Chalsa Tea Garden | South-East | 4.93 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Samsing Tea Garden
Samsing Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 48.1 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malbazar to Samsing Tea Garden is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Samsing Tea Garden is about 61.8 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 Samsing Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Samsing Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Samsing 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 Samsing 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Samsing Tea Garden
Where is Samsing Tea Garden located?
Samsing Tea Garden village is located in Matiali Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Samsing Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Samsing Tea Garden is Matiali Hat.
What is the pincode of Samsing Tea Garden?
The pincode of Samsing Tea Garden is 735223.
What is the population of Samsing Tea Garden?
Samsing Tea Garden has a total population of 6,713, including 3,308 males and 3,405 females.
How many households are there in Samsing Tea Garden?
There are 1,451 households in Samsing Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Samsing Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Samsing Tea Garden is 68.17%. Male literacy is 76.96% and female literacy is 59.62%.