In short: Rajgarh Tea Estate is a black tea producer in the Rajgarh region of India, operated by Andrew Yule & Co Ltd. and certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Rajgarh Tea Estate is a black tea producer located in the Rajgarh region of India, at an elevation of 113 metres. The estate is operated by Andrew Yule & Co Ltd., a company that manages a total of three estates recorded in our directory. Rajgarh holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership.
Terroir & Climate
At 113 metres above sea level, Rajgarh Tea Estate sits at a low elevation typical of plains tea gardens in India's far north-east. This latitude—approximately 27°N—combined with the minimal altitude, tends to produce a warm, humid growing environment with relatively consistent year-round temperatures. Estates at such elevations in this region generally experience faster leaf growth and more vigorous flush cycles than their high-grown counterparts.
The low-altitude terroir typically favours robust, full-bodied leaf development. Plains tea gardens in north-eastern India often benefit from alluvial soils and high rainfall, conditions that generally support strong vegetative growth. The faster maturation cycle associated with warmer, lower elevations tends to yield leaf with bold character rather than the more delicate, slow-grown profiles of mountain estates.
Tea Produced
Rajgarh Tea Estate produces black tea. Low-elevation black teas from this part of India typically offer robust, malty, and full-bodied cup profiles. Estates in the plains regions tend to yield teas with strong colour and briskness, characteristics that generally suit blending as well as stand-alone consumption. The relatively warm growing conditions at 113 metres often contribute to a bold, assertive liquor rather than the more nuanced, floral notes associated with high-grown teas.
Operator
Andrew Yule & Co Ltd. operates Rajgarh Tea Estate. The company manages three estates recorded in our directory, indicating a meaningful presence in the Indian tea sector. Andrew Yule & Co Ltd. is a long-established operator with diversified holdings across tea-producing regions in India.
Certifications & Ethics
Rajgarh Tea Estate is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, an organisation that works to improve social, environmental, and economic conditions in tea-growing communities. Ethical Tea Partnership certification indicates that the estate is subject to monitoring and improvement programmes covering labour standards, health and safety, and environmental management. For buyers, the certification offers assurance that supply-chain due diligence extends to on-the-ground conditions; for workers, it typically means access to grievance mechanisms and capacity-building initiatives supported by the partnership.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Rajgarh Tea Estate lies at 27.1831, 95.1082 in Rajgarh, India. Its 113 m elevation is the joint 150th highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Dirai Tea Estate — 8.0 km away · Assam
- Tinkong Tea Estate — 8.1 km away · Assam
- Teloijan — 15 km away · Assam
- JABOKA — 19 km away · Assam
- Desam Tea Estate — 19 km away · Tairai Gaon
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Rajgarh Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Rajgarh Tea Estate (113 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Rajgarh Tea Estate recorded 2,969 mm in 2025, 36% more than the 2,178 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dikom Tea Estate | Ekoratoli Binoigutia, India | 113 m | 3,383 mm | 28.3 °C |
| Koilamari Tea Estate | Koilamari 306, India | 113 m | 1,948 mm | 28.2 °C |
| Rooibos Limited | Western Cape, South Africa | 112 m | 313 mm | 27.4 °C |
| Dishan Valley | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 112 m | 2,624 mm | 30.0 °C |
| Co, Op Lanka | Southern Province, Sri Lanka | 109 m | 2,624 mm | 30.0 °C |
Rajgarh Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Rajgarh Tea Estate is wetter than 67% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 61% of the others by elevation; cooler than 52% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Rajgarh 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 | Rajgarh Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 113 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 2,969 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.3 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.0 °C | 19.2 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Rajgarh Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Rajgarh Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 2,969 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (524 mm) and the driest was December (10 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.3 °C and overnight lows 20.0 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and December the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 2,969 mm |
| Wettest month | April (524 mm) |
| Driest month | December (10 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 20.0 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Rajgarh Tea Estate located?
Rajgarh Tea Estate is in Rajgarh, India, at coordinates 27.1831, 95.1082, at an elevation of about 113 metres.
Who operates Rajgarh Tea Estate?
Rajgarh Tea Estate is operated by Andrew Yule & Co Ltd., according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Rajgarh Tea Estate produce?
Rajgarh Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Rajgarh Tea Estate hold?
Rajgarh Tea Estate is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Rajgarh Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 2,969 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (524 mm).
How does Rajgarh Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Rajgarh Tea Estate recorded 2,969 mm in 2025, 36% more rain than the 2,178 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].
