Luksan Tea Garden - Nagrakata, Jalpaiguri
Luksan Tea Garden is a village situated in the Nagrakata subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Nagrakata and around 61.9 km from the district headquarters in Jalpaiguri . Luksan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Luksan Tea Garden village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Luksan Tea Garden is 307033. The village covers a total geographical area of 938.15 hectares and falls under the 735205 pincode. Malbazar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Luksan Tea Garden village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Luksan Tea Garden
According to the 2011 Census, Luksan Tea Garden village had a total population of 8,027 people, including 4,033 males and 3,994 females, living in 1,779 households. The sex ratio was 990 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.33%, with male literacy at 79.36% and female literacy at 59.18%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 813, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,818.
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 | 8,027 | 4,033 | 3,994 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 978 | 487 | 491 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 813 | 401 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,818 | 1,384 | 1,434 |
| Literate Population | 4,887 | 2,814 | 2,073 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,140 | 1,219 | 1,921 |
Nearby Villages of Luksan Tea Garden
Luksan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gatia Tea Garden | North-West | 2.30 km |
| Caron Tea Garden | North-East | 2.91 km |
| Grassmore Tea Garden | South-West | 3.27 km |
| Chengmari Tea Garden | East | 4.45 km |
| Bhagatpur Tea Garden | West | 4.49 km |
| Kurti Tea Garden | North-West | 4.77 km |
| Ghasmari | South-West | 5.18 km |
| Sukhanibasti | West | 6.65 km |
| Nagrakata Tea Garden | West | 6.72 km |
| Naya Saili Tea Garden | North-West | 6.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Luksan Tea Garden
Luksan Tea Garden is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Carron, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Malbazar to Luksan Tea Garden is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Luksan 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 Luksan Tea Garden
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Luksan 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 Luksan 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 Luksan 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 Luksan Tea Garden
Where is Luksan Tea Garden located?
Luksan Tea Garden village is located in Nagrakata Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Luksan Tea Garden?
The Gram Panchayat of Luksan Tea Garden is Luksan.
What is the pincode of Luksan Tea Garden?
The pincode of Luksan Tea Garden is 735205.
What is the population of Luksan Tea Garden?
Luksan Tea Garden had a total population of 8,027, including 4,033 males and 3,994 females.
How many households are there in Luksan Tea Garden?
Luksan Tea Garden had 1,779 households.
What is the literacy rate in Luksan Tea Garden?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Luksan Tea Garden was 69.33%. Male literacy was 79.36% and female literacy was 59.18%.