Kurti Tea Garden - Nagrakata, Jalpaiguri
Kurti Tea Garden is a village situated in the Nagrakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagrakata and around 61.9 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Champaguri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kurti Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kurti Tea Garden is 307031. The village covers a total geographical area of 790.7 hectares and falls under the 735225 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kurti Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kurti Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Kurti Tea Garden village had a total population of 4,285 people, including 2,093 males and 2,192 females, living in 913 households. The sex ratio was 1,047 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 49.38%, with male literacy at 58.11% and female literacy at 41.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,286.
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 | 4,285 | 2,093 | 2,192 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 490 | 250 | 240 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 56 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,286 | 1,126 | 1,160 |
| Literate Population | 1,874 | 1,071 | 803 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,411 | 1,022 | 1,389 |
Nearby Villages of Kurti Tea Garden
Kurti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Naya Saili Tea Garden | North-West | 2.07 km |
| Gatia Tea Garden | South-East | 2.47 km |
| Nagrakata Tea Garden | West | 3.49 km |
| Hope Tea Garden | North-West | 3.81 km |
| Luksan Tea Garden | South-East | 4.77 km |
| Hila Tea Garden | West | 4.78 km |
| Bhagatpur Tea Garden | South | 4.80 km |
| Jiti Tea Garden | North | 5.05 km |
| Nagrakata | South-West | 5.29 km |
| Hila | West | 5.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kurti Tea Garden
Kurti Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Nagrakota, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 55.3 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 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malbazar to Kurti Tea Garden is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Kurti Tea Garden is about 61.9 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 Kurti Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kurti Tea Garden village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kurti 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 Kurti 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kurti Tea Garden
Where is Kurti Tea Garden located?
Kurti Tea Garden village is located in Nagrakata Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kurti Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Kurti Tea Garden is Champaguri.
What is the pincode of Kurti Tea Garden?
The pincode of Kurti Tea Garden is 735225.
What is the population of Kurti Tea Garden?
Kurti Tea Garden had a total population of 4,285, including 2,093 males and 2,192 females.
How many households are there in Kurti Tea Garden?
Kurti Tea Garden had 913 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kurti Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kurti Tea Garden was 49.38%. Male literacy was 58.11% and female literacy was 41.14%.