Hope Tea Garden - Nagrakata, Jalpaiguri
Hope Tea Garden is a village situated in the Nagrakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 12.8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagrakata and around 65.9 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Champaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Hope Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Hope Tea Garden is 307023. The village covers a total geographical area of 729.6 hectares and falls under the 735225 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Hope Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Hope Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Hope Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,076 people, including 2,049 males and 2,027 females, living in 879 households. The sex ratio was 989 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.14%, with male literacy at 69.22% and female literacy at 47.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 349, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,531.
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 | 4,076 | 2,049 | 2,027 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 469 | 249 | 220 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,531 | 773 | 758 |
| Literate Population | 2,097 | 1,246 | 851 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,979 | 803 | 1,176 |
Nearby Villages of Hope Tea Garden
Hope 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jiti Tea Garden | North | 1.57 km |
| Naya Saili Tea Garden | South | 2.33 km |
| Hila Tea Garden | South-West | 3.32 km |
| Kurti Tea Garden | South-East | 3.81 km |
| Nagrakata Tea Garden | South | 5.04 km |
| Hila | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Gatia Tea Garden | South-East | 6.24 km |
| Kumai Forest | North-West | 7.37 km |
| Nagrakata | South | 7.40 km |
| Bhagatpur Tea Garden | South | 8.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Hope Tea Garden
Hope Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Nagrakota, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Hope Tea Garden is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Hope Tea Garden is about 65.9 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Hope Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Hope Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Hope 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 Hope Tea Garden village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Hope Tea Garden
Where is Hope Tea Garden located?
Hope Tea Garden village is located in Nagrakata Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Hope Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Hope Tea Garden is Champaguri.
What is the pincode of Hope Tea Garden?
The pincode of Hope Tea Garden is 735225.
What is the population of Hope Tea Garden?
Hope Tea Garden had a total population of 4,076, including 2,049 males and 2,027 females.
How many households are there in Hope Tea Garden?
Hope Tea Garden had 879 households.
What is the literacy rate in Hope Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Hope Tea Garden was 58.14%. Male literacy was 69.22% and female literacy was 47.09%.