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 Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Jiti Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Jiti Tea Garden village had a total population of 5,588 people, including 2,826 males and 2,762 females, living in 1,097 households. The sex ratio was 977 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 55.23%, with male literacy at 63.07% and female literacy at 47.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 380, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4,039.
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 | 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 had a total population of 5,588, including 2,826 males and 2,762 females.
How many households are there in Jiti Tea Garden?
Jiti Tea Garden had 1,097 households.
What is the literacy rate in Jiti Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Jiti Tea Garden was 55.23%. Male literacy was 63.07% and female literacy was 47.18%.