In short: Hamidiya Tea Factory is a black tea estate in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, operated by Hamidiya Tea Factory and employing a workforce of 481.
Hamidiya Tea Factory is a tea estate located in the Moulvibazar region of Bangladesh, operating at an elevation of 14 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Hamidiya Tea Factory and employs a workforce of 481. It produces black tea.
Terroir & Climate
At 14 metres elevation, Hamidiya Tea Factory occupies low-lying terrain characteristic of Bangladesh's lowland tea belt. Estates at this altitude typically experience warm, humid conditions year-round, with the subtropical latitude of approximately 24°N contributing to a long growing season. The proximity to sea level generally means that temperature variation between day and night is modest, and the influence of monsoon rains tends to be pronounced.
Tea grown at such low elevations in this region often benefits from rich alluvial soils and consistent moisture, though the warmer ambient temperatures typically accelerate leaf growth. Faster-growing leaf can yield robust, full-bodied teas, though the lack of the cool nights found at higher altitudes generally means less concentration of certain volatile aromatics. Estates in Moulvibazar's lowland zones often contend with high humidity and seasonal flooding, factors that shape both cultivation practice and the character of the processed leaf.
Tea Produced
Hamidiya Tea Factory produces black tea. Lowland estates in Bangladesh at this elevation typically yield teas with strong, malty character and a full body. The warm growing conditions and faster leaf maturation common to this altitude band often result in black teas that are brisk and robust, with a darker liquor and pronounced astringency. Such teas are frequently suited to blending and to markets that favour strength and colour over delicate aromatics, though individual factory processing can significantly influence the final cup profile.
Operator
The estate is operated by Hamidiya Tea Factory. No other estates operated by this company are currently recorded in our directory.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Hamidiya Tea Factory lies at 24.4787, 91.8121 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:
- MOULVI TEA ESTATE — 4.5 km away
- Premnagar Tea Estate — 6.5 km away
- Ameenabad Tea Factory — 7.0 km away
- Hajinagar Tea Factory — 7.0 km away
- Polymer Agro Industries Limited (Ootterbhag \u0026 Indanugger Tea Garden) — 7.0 km away
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Hamidiya Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Hamidiya Tea Factory (14 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Hamidiya Tea Factory recorded 2,447 mm in 2025, 10% less than the 2,717 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dhamai Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,869 mm | 30.1 °C |
| Dilkhusha Tea Estate | Moulvibazar, Bangladesh | 14 m | 2,869 mm | 30.1 °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 |
Hamidiya Tea Factory Compared with Moulvibazar
In Moulvibazar, Hamidiya Tea Factory is drier than 59% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 86% of the others by elevation; warmer than 54% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Hamidiya Tea Factory against the 74 other estates we map in Moulvibazar, so you can see whether it is typical for its region or an outlier.
| Measure | Hamidiya Tea Factory | Region median | Region range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 14 m | 16 m | 9 to 45 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,447 mm | 2,559 mm | 2,123 to 3,920 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C | 30.1 °C | 29.8 to 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.6 °C | 20.6 °C | 20.3 to 21.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Hamidiya Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Hamidiya Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 2,447 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was July (521 mm) and the driest was December (0 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.2 °C and overnight lows 20.6 °C over the year; June was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,447 mm |
| Wettest month | July (521 mm) |
| Driest month | December (0 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.6 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Hamidiya Tea Factory located?
Hamidiya Tea Factory is in Moulvibazar, Bangladesh, at coordinates 24.4787, 91.8121, at an elevation of about 14 metres.
Who operates Hamidiya Tea Factory?
Hamidiya Tea Factory is operated by Hamidiya Tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Hamidiya Tea Factory produce?
Hamidiya Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Hamidiya Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,447 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in July (521 mm).
How does Hamidiya Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Hamidiya Tea Factory recorded 2,447 mm in 2025, 10% less rain than the 2,717 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].
