In short: Kakajan Tea Estate is a black tea producer in the No.160 Grant area of India, situated at 109 metres elevation and operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd.
Kakajan Tea Estate is a black tea production facility located in the No.160 Grant area of India, at approximately 109 metres above sea level. The estate is operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd., a company with a portfolio of tea properties across the country. No buyer relationships for Kakajan have been recorded in available trade data.
Terroir & Climate
At 109 metres elevation and positioned at roughly 26.7°N latitude, Kakajan occupies low-lying terrain typical of the Brahmaputra valley plains. Estates at this altitude in Assam generally experience warm, humid conditions year-round, with temperatures that support vigorous vegetative growth and minimal dormancy. The monsoon season typically brings heavy rainfall between May and September, which tends to drive high flush volumes during those months.
Low-elevation gardens in this part of India often contend with heat stress during the pre-monsoon period, which can concentrate flavour compounds in the leaf, though the effect varies considerably by microclimate and cultivation practice. The relatively flat topography and alluvial soils common to Grant areas generally favour mechanical harvesting and high-volume production, though specific agronomic practices at Kakajan are not documented.
Tea Produced
Kakajan produces black tea, the dominant category for estates in the Assam lowlands. Teas from gardens at this elevation in the region typically yield a robust, malty cup with good body and a brisk, assertive character. Second-flush production from low-altitude Assam estates often displays the fuller, more rounded maltiness associated with the origin, while monsoon-flush teas tend toward stronger, more astringent profiles suited to blending. The specific leaf grades and processing styles employed at Kakajan are not recorded, so cup character will vary accordingly.
Operator
Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd. operates Kakajan and six other tea estates listed in our directory, placing it among the multi-estate operators active in India's tea sector. The company's holdings span various growing regions, though the geographical distribution and total planted area under its management are not disclosed in available records. Multi-estate operators of this scale typically supply both auction and direct channels, though specific off-take arrangements for individual gardens are seldom made public.
Certifications & Ethics
Kakajan holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, an industry body that conducts independent monitoring of labour and environmental standards on member estates. ETP certification requires adherence to a code covering wages, working hours, health and safety, and the prohibition of child and forced labour, with estates subject to periodic audit. For buyers, the certification offers a degree of supply-chain assurance on social compliance; for workers, it is intended to underpin grievance mechanisms and continuous improvement in workplace conditions.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Kakajan Tea Estate lies at 26.7282, 94.3926 in No.160 Grant, India. Its 109 m elevation is the joint 163rd highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Meleng Tea Estate — 6.2 km away · Goria Cha Bagisa
- Boisahabi Tea Estate — 10 km away · Baisahabi Grant
- Hoolungooree Tea Estate — 11 km away · Assam
- Hunwal Tea Estate — 11 km away · Assam
- Borbam Tea Estate — 15 km away · Assam
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Kakajan Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Kakajan Tea Estate (109 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Kakajan Tea Estate recorded 2,858 mm in 2025, 11% more than the 2,566 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUFFRY | Assam, India | 109 m | 3,348 mm | 28.5 °C |
| Nahortolihighgrown | Ekoratoli Binoigutia, India | 109 m | 3,037 mm | 28.4 °C |
| Co, Op Lanka | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 109 m | 2,624 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Jayasinghe | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 109 m | 3,509 mm | 29.2 °C |
| Rooibos Limited | Western Cape, South Africa | 112 m | 313 mm | 27.4 °C |
Kakajan Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Kakajan Tea Estate is wetter than 58% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 66% of the others by elevation; warmer than 66% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Kakajan Tea Estate against the 249 other estates we map in India, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Kakajan Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 109 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,858 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.6 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.5 °C | 19.2 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Kakajan Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Kakajan Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,858 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was August (439 mm) and the driest was December (2 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.6 °C and overnight lows 19.5 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,858 mm |
| Wettest month | August (439 mm) |
| Driest month | December (2 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kakajan Tea Estate located?
Kakajan Tea Estate is in No.160 Grant, India, at coordinates 26.7282, 94.3926, at an elevation of about 109 metres.
Who operates Kakajan Tea Estate?
Kakajan Tea Estate is operated by Amalgamated Plantations Pvt. Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Kakajan Tea Estate produce?
Kakajan Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Kakajan Tea Estate hold?
Kakajan Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Kakajan Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,858 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in August (439 mm).
How does Kakajan Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Kakajan Tea Estate recorded 2,858 mm in 2025, 11% more rain than the 2,566 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].
