In short: Dewndi Tea Factory is a black tea producer located in Habiganj, Bangladesh, operating at an elevation of 19 metres above sea level.
Dewndi Tea Factory is a tea estate in Habiganj, Bangladesh, positioned at approximately 19 metres above sea level. The estate operates under the name Dewndi Tea Factory and produces black tea. No publicly recorded supply relationships or workforce figures are currently available for the estate.
Terroir & Climate
At 19 metres elevation, Dewndi Tea Factory occupies one of the lowest-altitude positions among commercial tea estates globally. This near-sea-level environment in Habiganj, situated at roughly 24°N latitude, typically experiences the warm, humid conditions of the Bengal lowlands. Estates at such modest elevations in this region generally contend with high year-round temperatures and heavy monsoon rainfall, conditions that tend to encourage vigorous vegetative growth and rapid flush cycles.
The low elevation generally reduces the diurnal temperature variation that higher-altitude estates experience, which can influence the accumulation of certain secondary metabolites in the leaf. Tea produced at this altitude in Bangladesh typically reflects the rapid growth environment, with the warm, moist climate tending to favour estates that manage plucking schedules to balance yield with leaf maturity. The terroir is characteristic of the lowland plains of north-eastern Bangladesh, where soil drainage and moisture management often play a significant role in crop quality.
Tea Produced
Dewndi Tea Factory produces black tea. Estates in the Habiganj lowlands at this elevation typically yield teas with bold, robust character, often exhibiting a full body and brisk astringency. The warm growing conditions tend to favour the production of CTC-style orthodox blacks that are well-suited to blending and the domestic market, though the rapid flush cycles can also support production of whole-leaf grades when desired. Teas from this altitude and latitude generally offer straightforward, hearty profiles rather than the aromatic complexity or delicacy sometimes associated with high-grown teas.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Dewndi tea Factory lies at 24.1974, 91.5172 in Habiganj, Bangladesh. Its 19 m elevation is the joint 3rd highest of 17 estates we map in Habiganj. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Amo tea Factory — under 1 km away
- Chaklapunji Tea Factory — under 1 km away
- Daragaon tea Factory — under 1 km away
- Loskorpur tea Factory — under 1 km away
- Parkul tea Factory — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Dewndi tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Dewndi tea Factory (19 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Dewndi tea Factory recorded 1,910 mm in 2025, 30% less than the 2,747 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agilma | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 19 m | 3,546 mm | 29.5 °C |
| Naindawa | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 19 m | 3,022 mm | 29.9 °C |
| Bisssh tea (M/S) | Khulna, Bangladesh | 20 m | 1,778 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Chandobag Tea estate Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 18 m | 3,920 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Zhejiang Chunan New Continent Tea Co. Ltd. | Xihu Dadao, China | 17 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
Dewndi tea Factory Compared with Habiganj
In Habiganj, Dewndi tea Factory is drier than 62% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 56% of the others by elevation; cooler than 62% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Dewndi tea Factory against the 16 other estates we map in Habiganj, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Dewndi tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 19 m | 11 m | 7 to 23 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,910 mm | 1,910 mm | 1,654 to 2,780 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.3 °C | 30.3 °C | 30.1 to 30.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.9 °C | 20.9 °C | 20.7 to 21.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Dewndi tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Dewndi tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,910 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (412 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.3 °C and overnight lows 20.9 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,910 mm |
| Wettest month | July (412 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.9 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dewndi tea Factory located?
Dewndi tea Factory is in Habiganj, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.1974, 91.5172, at an elevation of about 19 metres.
Who operates Dewndi tea Factory?
Dewndi tea Factory is operated by Dewndi tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Dewndi tea Factory produce?
Dewndi tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Dewndi tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,910 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (412 mm).
How does Dewndi tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Dewndi tea Factory recorded 1,910 mm in 2025, 30% less rain than the 2,747 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
