In short: Lalchand Tea Factory is a black-tea producer located in Habiganj, Bangladesh, operating at an elevation of 23 metres in the country's northeastern tea belt.
Lalchand Tea Factory is a black-tea production facility located in Habiganj, in the northeastern tea-growing region of Bangladesh. The estate operates at an elevation of 23 metres above sea level, placing it within the lowland plain that characterises much of Bangladesh's tea country. The factory is operated by Lalchand Tea Factory, and no buyer relationships are currently recorded in public supply-chain data.
Terroir & Climate
At 23 metres above sea level, Lalchand sits within the low-lying plains of Habiganj, a region that forms part of the broader Sylhet division recognised as the heartland of Bangladeshi tea production. Estates at this elevation typically experience a warm, humid subtropical climate with high year-round temperatures and substantial monsoon rainfall, conditions that generally favour vigorous growth and rapid flush cycles. The relatively flat topography and proximity to river valleys often mean soils are alluvial and well-watered, though drainage can vary considerably.
Tea grown at such low altitudes in this latitude tends to produce leaf quickly, with less pronounced dormancy than is seen in higher-elevation gardens. The warm, moisture-laden environment generally encourages high yields, though it can also present challenges in managing pest and disease pressure. Estates in this zone often adopt production practices optimised for volume and consistency rather than the slower, more nuanced leaf development associated with higher elevations.
Tea Produced
Lalchand produces black tea, the dominant style across Bangladesh's lowland estates. Teas from this region and elevation typically yield a brisk, full-bodied cup with malty and sometimes earthy characteristics, reflecting the vigorous growth and rapid oxidation common in warm, humid manufacturing environments. Lowland Bangladeshi blacks are generally valued for their strength and colour in blending, though cup character can vary depending on factory process and the timing of the flush.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Lalchand tea Factory lies at 24.2383, 91.4091 in Habiganj, Bangladesh. Its 23 m elevation is the 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 — 12 km away
- Chaklapunji Tea Factory — 12 km away
- Daragaon tea Factory — 12 km away
- Dewndi tea Factory — 12 km away
- Loskorpur tea Factory — 12 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Lalchand tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Lalchand tea Factory (23 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Lalchand tea Factory recorded 1,852 mm in 2025, 42% less than the 3,202 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonarupa Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 23 m | 2,948 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Kayu Aro | Jambi, Indonesia | 23 m | 4,698 mm | 30.4 °C |
| Shogyoken Seicha Co Ltd | 54 Kusauchi Miyanogo Kyotanabeshi, Japan | 23 m | 1,448 mm | 21.4 °C |
| Avissawella Tea Factory | Free Trade Zone Rd, Sri Lanka | 23 m | 4,025 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Ruhunuputha | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 23 m | 2,891 mm | 30.4 °C |
Lalchand tea Factory Compared with Habiganj
In Habiganj, Lalchand tea Factory is drier than 69% of the others by 2025 rainfall; the highest of the 17 estates by elevation; cooler than 75% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Lalchand 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 | Lalchand tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 23 m | 11 m | 7 to 22 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,852 mm | 1,910 mm | 1,654 to 2,780 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C | 30.3 °C | 30.1 to 30.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.8 °C | 20.9 °C | 20.7 to 21.3 °C |
Observed Climate at Lalchand tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Lalchand tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,852 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (395 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 20.8 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,852 mm |
| Wettest month | July (395 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.8 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Lalchand tea Factory located?
Lalchand tea Factory is in Habiganj, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.2383, 91.4091, at an elevation of about 23 metres.
Who operates Lalchand tea Factory?
Lalchand tea Factory is operated by Lalchand tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Lalchand tea Factory produce?
Lalchand tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Lalchand tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,852 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (395 mm).
How does Lalchand tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Lalchand tea Factory recorded 1,852 mm in 2025, 42% less rain than the 3,202 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].
