Jiti Tea Garden - Nagrakata, Jalpaiguri
Jiti Tea Garden is a village situated in the Nagrakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagrakata and around 67.3 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Champaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jiti Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jiti Tea Garden is 307022. The village covers a total geographical area of 1055.2 hectares and falls under the 735225 pincode. Mal Bazar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Jiti Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Jiti Tea Garden
As per Census 2011, Jiti Tea Garden village has a total population of 5,588 people, consisting of 2,826 males and 2,762 females. The village has 1,097 households and a sex ratio of 977 females per 1,000 males. There are 665 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,719 literate and 2,869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4,039 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Jiti Tea Garden are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,588 | 2,826 | 2,762 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 665 | 332 | 333 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 187 | 193 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4,039 | 2,011 | 2,028 |
| Literate Population | 2,719 | 1,573 | 1,146 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,869 | 1,253 | 1,616 |
Nearby Villages of Jiti Tea Garden
Jiti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Tea Garden | South | 1.57 km |
| Naya Saili Tea Garden | South | 3.86 km |
| Hila Tea Garden | South-West | 4.64 km |
| Kurti Tea Garden | South | 5.05 km |
| Nagrakata Tea Garden | South | 6.61 km |
| Hila | South-West | 6.62 km |
| Gatia Tea Garden | South | 7.36 km |
| Kumai Forest | West | 7.37 km |
| Nagrakata | South | 8.97 km |
| Kumai Tea Garden | West | 9.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jiti Tea Garden
Public transport in the Jiti Tea Garden 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 56.4 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 >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mal Bazar to Jiti Tea Garden is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Jiti Tea Garden is about 67.3 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 Jiti Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jiti Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Jiti 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 Jiti 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Jiti Tea Garden
Where is Jiti Tea Garden located?
Jiti Tea Garden village is located in Nagrakata Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jiti Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Jiti Tea Garden is Champaguri.
What is the pincode of Jiti Tea Garden?
The pincode of Jiti Tea Garden is 735225.
What is the population of Jiti Tea Garden?
Jiti Tea Garden has a total population of 5,588, including 2,826 males and 2,762 females.
How many households are there in Jiti Tea Garden?
There are 1,097 households in Jiti Tea Garden.
What is the literacy rate in Jiti Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiti Tea Garden is 48.66%. Male literacy is 55.66% and female literacy is 41.49%.