How many villages are listed for Darjiling district?
Darjiling district has 688 Census 2011 village records in this directory. They are grouped across 12 blocks in West Bengal.
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Darjiling District Village Directory
The Darjiling district village directory covers 688 Census 2011 village records across 12 blocks in West Bengal. These records help you compare Census village codes, population, households, village area, local facilities, nearest-town details and administrative paths before opening an individual village profile. Across the available records, Darjiling district has 616 inhabited villages, 72 uninhabited village entries, 1,118,860 people and 236,694 households, with 313,272 hectares of recorded village area. For quick comparison, Phansidewa has the most village records; Mangpu Cinchona Plantation is the largest listed village by population; Singalila Forest has the largest recorded area. The facility summary adds local context: primary school is reported for 616 villages, mobile coverage is reported for 542 villages, all-weather road is reported for 323 villages. The figures are prepared from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records; banking context uses Reserve Bank of India (RBI) ATM, CDM and CRM access records.
Darjiling district has 688 Census 2011 village records in this directory, grouped under 12 blocks in West Bengal.
Local Admin Units12
Villages688
Population1,118,860
Households236,694
Area (ha)313,271.73
Blocks in Darjiling
The block-wise table compares 12 blocks in Darjiling district using Census 2011 village records. Phansidewa has 113 villages, about 16% of the district list. Gorubathan covers the largest recorded village area.
| Block | Census Code | Villages | Village Share | Inhabited % | Population | Population Share | Avg Pop / Village | Households | Area (ha) | Area Share | Pop / sq km | Largest Village |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darjeeling Pulbazar | 02154 | 43 | 6.2% | 100% | 105,150 | 9.4% | 2,445 | 22,683 | 38,370.91 | 12% | 274 | Goke |
| Gorubathan | 02158 | 38 | 5.5% | 71% | 60,663 | 5.4% | 1,596 | 12,662 | 44,271.55 | 14% | 137 | Rango Forest |
| Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri | 02159 | 43 | 6.2% | 98% | 86,637 | 7.7% | 2,015 | 19,489 | 20,352.65 | 6.5% | 425.7 | Ringtong Tea Garden (Margaret Hope) |
| Kalimpong - II | 02157 | 39 | 5.7% | 85% | 66,830 | 6% | 1,714 | 13,172 | 24,125.73 | 7.7% | 277 | Mansong Cinchona Plantation |
| Kalimpong -I | 02156 | 50 | 7.3% | 86% | 67,957 | 6.1% | 1,359 | 13,854 | 35,737.54 | 11% | 190.2 | Kalimpong Khasmahal |
| Kharibari | 02165 | 74 | 11% | 99% | 97,399 | 8.7% | 1,316 | 20,737 | 14,083.49 | 4.5% | 691.6 | Uttar Ramdhan |
| Kurseong | 02161 | 72 | 10% | 90% | 79,903 | 7.1% | 1,11 | 17,661 | 36,452.07 | 12% | 219.2 | Longview Tea Garden |
| Matigara | 02162 | 72 | 10% | 82% | 135,583 | 12% | 1,883 | 28,571 | 12,076.30 | 3.9% | 1,122.7 | Tomba |
| Mirik | 02160 | 21 | 3.1% | 100% | 46,374 | 4.1% | 2,208 | 9,962 | 11,917.62 | 3.8% | 389.1 | Panighata |
| Naxalbari | 02163 | 94 | 14% | 83% | 97,717 | 8.7% | 1,04 | 20,461 | 17,370.01 | 5.5% | 562.6 | Kamala |
| Phansidewa | 02164 | 113 | 16% | 91% | 204,522 | 18% | 1,81 | 42,138 | 31,215.21 | 10% | 655.2 | Paschim Madati |
| Rangli Rangliot | 02155 | 29 | 4.2% | 100% | 70,125 | 6.3% | 2,418 | 15,304 | 27,298.65 | 8.7% | 256.9 | Mangpu Cinchona Plantation |
Blocks with the most village records
Phansidewa, Naxalbari and Kharibari are the blocks with the most village records in Darjiling district. Phansidewa ranks first with 113 villages, 204,522 people and 655.2 people per sq km. Use this ranking to start local village search, Census code lookup and block comparison.
| Rank | Block | Villages | Village Share | Population | Population Share | Area (ha) | Area Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Phansidewa | 113 | 16% | 204,522 | 18% | 31,215.21 | 10% |
| 2 | Naxalbari | 94 | 14% | 97,717 | 8.7% | 17,370.01 | 5.5% |
| 3 | Kharibari | 74 | 11% | 97,399 | 8.7% | 14,083.49 | 4.5% |
| 4 | Kurseong | 72 | 10% | 79,903 | 7.1% | 36,452.07 | 12% |
| 5 | Matigara | 72 | 10% | 135,583 | 12% | 12,076.30 | 3.9% |
| 6 | Kalimpong -I | 50 | 7.3% | 67,957 | 6.1% | 35,737.54 | 11% |
| 7 | Darjeeling Pulbazar | 43 | 6.2% | 105,150 | 9.4% | 38,370.91 | 12% |
| 8 | Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri | 43 | 6.2% | 86,637 | 7.7% | 20,352.65 | 6.5% |
| 9 | Kalimpong - II | 39 | 5.7% | 66,830 | 6% | 24,125.73 | 7.7% |
| 10 | Gorubathan | 38 | 5.5% | 60,663 | 5.4% | 44,271.55 | 14% |
Largest Villages by Population
Mangpu Cinchona Plantation is the highest-population village listed for Darjiling district, with 13,768 people and 3,094 households. That is 1.2% of the district's listed village population. The average household size is 4.4. The nearest town is Darjeeling; 35.0 km away.
| Rank | Village | Population | District Pop Share | Households | Avg Household Size | Area (ha) | Pop / sq km | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mangpu Cinchona Plantation | 13,768 | 1.2% | 3,094 | 4.4 | 12,173.47 | 113.1 | Darjeeling | 35.0 |
| 2 | Paschim Madati | 13,523 | 1.2% | 2,705 | 5 | 1,638.18 | 825.5 | Bagdogra | 22.0 |
| 3 | Lahugaon | 12,710 | 1.1% | 2,534 | 5 | 995.54 | 1,276.7 | Bagdogra | 26.0 |
| 4 | Tomba | 9,632 | 0.9% | 1,935 | 5 | 146.50 | 6,574.7 | Siliguri | 10.0 |
| 5 | Madhya Bansgaon | 9,132 | 0.8% | 1,843 | 5 | 728.84 | 1,252.9 | Siliguri | 39.0 |
| 6 | Rango Forest | 9,131 | 0.8% | 2,012 | 4.5 | 1,927.13 | 473.8 | Mal Bazar | 40.0 |
| 7 | Goke | 9,100 | 0.8% | 1,826 | 5 | 1,856.72 | 490.1 | Darjeeling | 52.0 |
| 8 | Kalimpong Khasmahal | 8,881 | 0.8% | 1,833 | 4.8 | 745.44 | 1,191.4 | Kalimpong | 5.0 |
| 9 | Mansong Cinchona Plantation | 8,812 | 0.8% | 1,744 | 5.1 | 799.26 | 1,102.5 | Kalimpong | 10.0 |
| 10 | Patiram | 8,315 | 0.7% | 1,762 | 4.7 | 180.89 | 4,596.7 | Siliguri | 10.0 |
Largest Villages by Area
Singalila Forest has the largest recorded village area in Darjiling district at 17,777.86 hectares. It represents 5.7% of the district's listed village area. Its listed population density is 9.2 people per sq km. Use area figures for broad comparison only; land and revenue checks should use official records.
| Rank | Village | Area (ha) | District Area Share | Population | Pop / sq km | Households | Households / ha | Nearest Town | Town Distance km |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Singalila Forest | 17,777.86 | 5.7% | 1,632 | 9.2 | 329 | 0.02 | Darjeeling | 130.0 |
| 2 | Mangpu Cinchona Plantation | 12,173.47 | 3.9% | 13,768 | 113.1 | 3,094 | 0.25 | Darjeeling | 35.0 |
| 3 | Teesta Valley Forest | 5,413.94 | 1.7% | 179 | 3.3 | 30 | 0.01 | Darjeeling | 43.0 |
| 4 | Mangpong Forest | 4,173.16 | 1.3% | 1,111 | 26.6 | 246 | 0.06 | Siliguri | 10.0 |
| 5 | Choklong Forest | 3,657.59 | 1.2% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | Siliguri | 13.0 |
| 6 | Mahal Diram Forest | 3,209.59 | 1% | 1,086 | 33.8 | 244 | 0.08 | Kurseong | 29.0 |
| 7 | Sittong Forest | 3,189.76 | 1% | 2,930 | 91.9 | 632 | 0.2 | Siliguri | 10.0 |
| 8 | Eastnar Forest | 3,162.65 | 1% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | ||
| 9 | Senchal Forest | 3,019.72 | 1% | 527 | 17.5 | 120 | 0.04 | Darjeeling | 10.0 |
| 10 | Rechila Forest | 2,560.47 | 0.8% | 0 | 0 | — | 0 |
Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Services in Darjiling District
Darjiling district has 426 bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. The records cover 26 banks and 44 PIN codes. The list includes 312 ATMs, 108 CRMs and 1 CDM. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 152 entries (36%). PIN code 734001 has the highest listed banking access count, with 98 records (23%). The density is 61.9 records per 100 village records. Use this section to understand local banking access patterns, then confirm current service status with the bank before visiting.
Records / 100 Villages61.9
ATM Share73%
CDM Share0.2%
CRM Share25%
Records / Bank16.4
ATM/CDM/CRM Records426
ATMs312
CRMs108
CDMs1
Electronic Kiosks5
Banks26
PINs44
Device Type Summary
| Device Type | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| ATM | 312 | 73% |
| CRM | 108 | 25% |
| CDM | 1 | 0.2% |
| Electronic Kiosk | 5 | 1.2% |
Top Banks in This Area
| Bank | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| State Bank of India | 152 | 36% |
| Hdfc Bank Ltd. | 41 | 9.6% |
| Axis Bank Limited | 35 | 8.2% |
| ICICI Bank Limited | 35 | 8.2% |
| Punjab National Bank | 25 | 5.9% |
Top PIN Codes by Banking Access Records
| PIN Code | Records | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 734001 | 98 | 23% |
| 734005 | 41 | 9.6% |
| 734101 | 38 | 8.9% |
| 734003 | 26 | 6.1% |
| 734401 | 25 | 5.9% |
| 734014 | 18 | 4.2% |
| 734009 | 18 | 4.2% |
| 734012 | 17 | 4% |
| 734011 | 14 | 3.3% |
| 734010 | 13 | 3.1% |
Block-wise ATM/CDM/CRM Summary
| Block | Records | ATMs | CRMs | CDMs | Banks | PINs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Darjeeling Pulbazar | 17 | 16 | 0 | 1 | 10 | 12 |
| Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Kharibari | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Kurseong | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Matigara | 28 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 12 | 6 |
| Mirik | 224 | 152 | 68 | 0 | 25 | 20 |
| Naxalbari | 30 | 17 | 13 | 0 | 10 | 8 |
| No Block | 106 | 85 | 20 | 0 | 18 | 27 |
| Phansidewa | 8 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 3 |
| Rangli Rangliot | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Selected Bank ATM, CDM and CRM Service Records
The selected rows show bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records for Darjiling district from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, including banks such as Bank of Baroda, ICICI Bank Limited and Bank of India. The visible sample includes PIN codes such as 734021, 734008 and 734001. Verify the current address, service status and timings with the bank before visiting.
| Bank | Type | PIN | District | Local Area | Centre | Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bank of Baroda | ATM | 734021 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Bijanbari | Bijanbari Bijanbari Rashik Path, Bijanbari, Darjiling, West Bengal, 734021 |
| ICICI Bank Limited | CDM | 734008 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Darjiling (P) | 3rd Floor, 3rd Miles Sona Wheels Complex, Darjiling, West Bengal, 734008 |
| Bank of India | ATM | 734001 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Darjiling (P) | Baghajatin Park 169, Nanda Lal Bose Sarani, Word No- 17, Collage Para, Siliguri, Dt- Darjeeling, Darjiling, West Bengal… |
| Canara Bank | ATM | 734003 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Darjiling (P) | Darjeeling-734003 Khatian No. 65/5, Plot No. 114a. Mouza Matigara Po and Ps Pratapnagar, Holding No. 1692/1/N, Nivedita… |
| Central Bank of India | ATM | 734102 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Alubari Basty | Dharjeeling Ghoom, Dharjeeling, Darjiling, West Bengal, 734102 |
| Punjab National Bank | ATM | 734011 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Darjiling (P) | Bairatisal, Kadamtala Bairatisal, Kadamtala, Darjiling, West Bengal, 734011 |
| Idbi Bank Limited | ATM | 734003 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Darjiling (P) | Meghnad Saha Sarani House No.123/102/2(new), Sabitri Medical Hall, Meghnad Saha Sarani, Opp.sbi, Pradhan Nagar Siliguri… |
| Indian Bank | ATM | 734001 | Darjiling | Darjeeling Pulbazar | Darjiling (P) | New Chumta Tea Garden Mayfair Tea Resort, Darjiling, West Bengal, 734001 |
Full forms: ATM means Automated Teller Machine, CDM means Cash Deposit Machine, and CRM means Cash Recycler Machine.
ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) details are based on Reserve Bank of India (RBI) banking access records and should be verified with the bank before visiting. PIN code, district or sub-district matches do not prove that a facility is inside the village.
Population Summary
Darjiling district's village records list 1,118,860 people in 236,694 households. The average household size is 4.7. The listed village population density is 357.2 people per sq km.
Average Population / Village1,626
Average Household Size4.7
Inhabited Village %90%
Population Density / sq km357.2
Male Share0%
Female Share0%
SC Share0%
ST Share0%
Total Population1,118,860
Administrative Coverage
Administrative coverage connects Darjiling district villages with local governance names used in Census 2011 records. The page reports 12 CD blocks, 0 Gram Panchayats and 26 nearest-town names. Common nearest-town references include Atharokhat, Bagdogra and Bagdora.
CD Blocks Reported12
Gram Panchayats Reported0
Nearest Town Names Reported26
CD blocks reported: Darjeeling Pulbazar, Gorubathan, Jorebunglow Sukiapokhri, Kalimpong - II, Kalimpong -I, Kharibari, Kurseong, Matigara, Mirik, Naxalbari, Phansidewa, Rangli Rangliot.
Village Facility Coverage
Village facility coverage uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) amenities fields for Darjiling district. The strongest reported signals are primary school in 616 villages (90% of district records), mobile coverage in 542 villages (79% of district records), all-weather road in 323 villages (47% of district records). Lower-count fields include All-weather Road and PDS Shop, so users should verify current services locally. Treat these figures as historical village amenities, not live service guarantees.
| Facility | Villages with Facility | Reported Villages | Gap Count | % of All Villages |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School | 616 | 616 | — | 89.53 |
| Mobile Coverage | 542 | 616 | — | 78.78 |
| All-Weather Road | 323 | 616 | — | 46.95 |
| PDS Shop | 363 | 616 | — | 52.76 |
| Domestic Power Supply | 616 | 616 | — | 89.53 |
Median Nearest Town Distance11 km
Villages within 5 km68
Villages over 25 km162
| Distance Band | Villages | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Within 5 Km | 68 | 11% |
| 5-10 Km | 237 | 38% |
| 10-25 Km | 150 | 24% |
| Over 25 Km | 162 | 26% |
Location and Distance Highlights
Location and distance highlights show how Darjiling villages relate to nearby towns and headquarters. Nearest-town distance is reported for 617 villages, with an average of 18.68 km and a median of 11 km. 68 villages are within 5 km of a listed town, while 162 are over 25 km away. Use these figures for orientation, not for survey, emergency travel or legal decisions.
| Distance Type | Reported Villages | Average km | Maximum km | Village | Place / HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Town Distance | 617 | 18.68 | 130 | Singalila Forest | Darjeeling |
About the Available Data
This data coverage section explains what is available for Darjiling district. Across the visible sections, the page summarises 25 data fields and 15,978 reported values from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some values may be blank, old or not listed, so important decisions should be checked with official records.
View available data by section
| Data Section | Fields | Reported Values | Available / Positive Values |
|---|---|---|---|
| Census Codes and Administrative Details | 5 | 3,440 | 2,752 |
| Location and Distance | 3 | 1,922 | 1,289 |
| Population and Social Groups | 3 | 1,992 | 1,848 |
| Education Facilities | 8 | 4,928 | 2,640 |
| Connectivity, Roads and Transport | 2 | 1,232 | 865 |
| Financial, Market and Public Services | 1 | 616 | 363 |
| Power Supply | 3 | 1,848 | 1,848 |
Official Reference Links
These external links point to official district, state or land-record portals. Use them to verify current government information, land records, revenue details or administrative updates.
Data Method and Verification
This page is built as a reference guide, not as an official government record. The village figures come mainly from Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public data. DCHB is published under the Registrar General of India, Government of India.
- Last Reviewed
- 30 May 2026
- Main Source
- Census 2011 village records and District Census Handbook data
- Postal Context
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- Banking Context
- Use the bank or RBI source record for current service status
Use Vill for village search, Census code lookup, population context and local comparison. For land ownership, revenue records, postal delivery, banking service, emergency travel or legal work, confirm the latest details through the official portal or local office.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which block has the most village records in Darjiling district?
Phansidewa has the most village records in Darjiling district, with 113 entries. This is 16% of the district list, with 204,522 people where population is reported.
Which village has the highest population in Darjiling district?
Mangpu Cinchona Plantation is the highest-population village shown for Darjiling district, with 13,768 people and 3,094 households. It accounts for 1.2% of the listed district village population.
Which village has the largest recorded area in Darjiling district?
Singalila Forest has the largest recorded village area in this directory for Darjiling district, at 17,777.86 hectares. It represents 5.7% of the district's listed village area.
What population details are available for Darjiling district villages?
The population summary includes 1,118,860 people, 236,694 households, male and female population, sex ratio, Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe figures where reported. For this page, average household size is 4.7 and population density is 357.2 people per sq km.
What village facilities are reported for Darjiling district?
The facility section uses Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) village amenities fields. High-coverage signals include primary school in 616 villages (90% of district records), mobile coverage in 542 villages (79% of district records), all-weather road in 323 villages (47% of district records). These are historical records, not live service guarantees.
What does the bank ATM, CDM and CRM data mean for Darjiling district?
The banking section shows bank ATM, Cash Deposit Machine (CDM) and Cash Recycler Machine (CRM) service records sourced from Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data. Darjiling district has 426 banking service records, about 61.9 records per 100 village records. State Bank of India has the highest number of listed records, with 152 entries. Current service details should be verified with the bank.
Which PIN code has the most bank ATM, CDM and CRM records in Darjiling district?
PIN code 734001 has the most listed bank ATM, CDM and CRM service records in Darjiling district, with 98 records in the available RBI-sourced data. Verify current service details with the bank before visiting.
How do I find a Census village code in Darjiling district?
Start from the block-wise table, open the local page, then choose the village. Village profiles show the Census village code where it is listed in the Census 2011 record.
How can I verify land records for villages in Darjiling district?
Use the official land-record portal for West Bengal, or the district and revenue office links where available. Most portals ask for district, block, village and a record number such as khata, khatiyan, plot, khasra or owner name depending on the state. Vill is for village directory context, not land ownership proof.
Is the Darjiling district village data live or historical?
The village details are mainly based on Census 2011 and District Census Handbook (DCHB) public records. Some administrative names, facilities, PINs or services may have changed after 2011, so verify important details with official sources.