In short: Dilkhusha Tea Estate is a black-tea producer in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operated by Dilkhusha Tea Estate with a workforce of 323.
Dilkhusha Tea Estate is a black-tea producer located in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at an elevation of 14 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Dilkhusha Tea Estate and employs a workforce of 323. No public supply relationships with specific buyers have been recorded.
Terroir & Climate
At 14 metres elevation, Dilkhusha occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of Bangladesh's plain-level tea-growing zones. Estates at this altitude in the region typically experience a tropical climate with high humidity and substantial monsoon rainfall, conditions that generally favour rapid vegetative growth and year-round production cycles. The latitude of approximately 24.6°N places the estate within a belt where day-length variation is moderate and winter dormancy tends to be minimal compared to higher-latitude origins.
Tea cultivation at near-sea-level elevations in Bangladesh often benefits from fertile alluvial soils and consistent warmth, though the absence of altitude-induced temperature stress typically results in faster leaf maturation. Estates in Moulvibazar generally contend with seasonal flooding and high water tables, factors that can influence root development and nutrient availability. The warm, humid conditions tend to support vigorous bush growth, which can in turn demand careful plucking and processing discipline to maintain leaf quality.
Tea Produced
Dilkhusha produces black tea, the dominant style in Bangladesh's plain-level gardens. Estates at this elevation in Moulvibazar typically yield teas with a robust, full-bodied character, often marked by malty or earthy notes and a pronounced strength in the cup. The rapid leaf growth associated with low-altitude, high-humidity conditions generally favours volume and body over the more delicate aromatics found in high-grown origins, making such teas well suited to blending and to markets that prize boldness and colour.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Dilkhusha Tea Estate lies at 24.5972, 92.1140 in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh. Its 14 m elevation is the joint 55th highest of 75 estates we map in Moulvibazar. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Kapnapahar Tea Estate — under 1 km away
- Phooltullah Tea Factory — under 1 km away
- Rajki Tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
- Ratna tea Estate Factory — under 1 km away
- Sagarnal tea Estate — under 1 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Dilkhusha Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Dilkhusha Tea Estate (14 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Dilkhusha Tea Estate recorded 2,869 mm in 2025, 13% more than the 2,531 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hamidiya Tea Factory | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,447 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Kedarpur Tea Factory (Dinarpur cha bagan) | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,358 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Zhejiang Camel Transworld Organic Foods Co. Ltd. - 310041 Hangzhou | 218 Ti Yu Chang Road, China | 14 m | 1,470 mm | 24.3 °C |
| Talapoya Tea Estate | Cherooty Road, India | 14 m | 3,550 mm | 30.2 °C |
| Sarnia Estate | No.280 Dam St, Sri Lanka | 14 m | 2,828 mm | 29.8 °C |
Dilkhusha Tea Estate Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Dilkhusha Tea Estate is wetter than 76% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 86% of the others by elevation; cooler than 85% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Dilkhusha Tea Estate against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Dilkhusha Tea Estate | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 14 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,869 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Dilkhusha Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Dilkhusha Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,869 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (553 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.1 °C and overnight lows 20.5 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,869 mm |
| Wettest month | July (553 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.1 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Dilkhusha Tea Estate located?
Dilkhusha Tea Estate is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.5972, 92.1140, at an elevation of about 14 metres.
Who operates Dilkhusha Tea Estate?
Dilkhusha Tea Estate is operated by Dilkhusha Tea Estate, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Dilkhusha Tea Estate produce?
Dilkhusha Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Dilkhusha Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,869 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (553 mm).
How does Dilkhusha Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Dilkhusha Tea Estate recorded 2,869 mm in 2025, 13% more rain than the 2,531 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].
