Neutta

Neutta is a small agricultural town located in the western part of the state of West Bengal, India. The settlement lies approximately 25 kilometres southeast of the district headquarters of Jalpaiguri and is situated within the Dooars region, a green belt known for its tea gardens and subtropical forests. The town sits at an elevation of around 200 metres above sea level and is intersected by several minor tributaries that feed into the Teesta River basin.

The climate of Neutta is classified as humid subtropical, with hot, humid summers that run from March to July, and mild, dry winters from November to February. Annual rainfall averages 1,800 millimetres, much of which falls during the monsoon period between June and September. The moderate climatic conditions support a variety of crops such as rice, wheat, and maize, though tea cultivation remains the most significant agricultural activity, with several small and family-owned tea gardens operating in the surrounding hills.

Neutta has a history that dates back to the late eighteenth century, when it was established as a trading post for local hill tribes and settlers in the Dooars. During the British colonial period, the town grew in importance as a center for transport of tea and forest produce. Post-independence, Neutta continued to develop modestly, with the construction of a primary school, a community health centre, and a small market that supplies everyday goods to surrounding villages.

According to the 2011 Census of India, Neutta has a population of approximately 5,600 people, with a roughly equal distribution of males and females. The population is ethnically diverse, comprising Bengali and Bihari communities, as well as indigenous groups such as the Garo and Bengali Santal peoples. The town’s economy remains largely agrarian, with tea, paddy, and other plantation crops providing the majority of employment. A small segment of the workforce is also engaged in cottage industries such as weaving and pottery, which supply local markets and occasionally export to nearby towns.