Caron Tea Garden - Nagrakata, Jalpaiguri
Caron Tea Garden is a village situated in the Nagrakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagrakata and around 70.8 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Luksan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Caron Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Caron Tea Garden is 307034. The village covers a total geographical area of 592.05 hectares and falls under the 735205 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Caron Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Caron Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Caron Tea Garden village had a total population of 2,609 people, including 1,309 males and 1,300 females, living in 607 households. The sex ratio was 993 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.12%, with male literacy at 68.63% and female literacy at 45.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 237, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,360.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,609 | 1,309 | 1,300 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 354 | 190 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 237 | 121 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,360 | 681 | 679 |
| Literate Population | 1,288 | 768 | 520 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,321 | 541 | 780 |
Nearby Villages of Caron Tea Garden
Caron 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chengmari Tea Garden | South-East | 2.21 km |
| Luksan Tea Garden | South-West | 2.91 km |
| Gatia Tea Garden | West | 4.03 km |
| Kurti Tea Garden | West | 5.94 km |
| Grassmore Tea Garden | South-West | 5.98 km |
| Red Bank Tea Garden (d) | South-East | 6.26 km |
| Bhagatpur Tea Garden | West | 7.30 km |
| Ambari Tea Garden (d) | South-East | 7.40 km |
| Ghasmari | South-West | 7.74 km |
| Diana Tea Garden (d) | South | 7.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Caron Tea Garden
Caron Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Carron, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Caron Tea Garden is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Caron Tea Garden is about 70.8 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Caron Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Caron Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Caron 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 Caron 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 Caron Tea Garden
Where is Caron Tea Garden located?
Caron Tea Garden village is located in Nagrakata Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Caron Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Caron Tea Garden is Luksan.
What is the pincode of Caron Tea Garden?
The pincode of Caron Tea Garden is 735205.
What is the population of Caron Tea Garden?
Caron Tea Garden had a total population of 2,609, including 1,309 males and 1,300 females.
How many households are there in Caron Tea Garden?
Caron Tea Garden had 607 households.
What is the literacy rate in Caron Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Caron Tea Garden was 57.12%. Male literacy was 68.63% and female literacy was 45.77%.