In short: Baghjan Tea Estate is a black tea producer in Tinsukia, India, operated by M K Shah Exports Ltd, which runs four other estates in the directory.
Baghjan Tea Estate is located in the Tinsukia district of India, at an elevation of 126 metres. The estate is operated by M K Shah Exports Ltd and employs a workforce of 2,134. It produces black tea. No buyers are currently recorded in public supply-chain databases.
Terroir & Climate
At 126 metres above sea level, Baghjan sits in the lowland plains typical of the Tinsukia district in Assam. Estates at this elevation generally experience a warm, humid subtropical climate with high rainfall during the monsoon months, conditions that tend to promote vigorous flush growth throughout much of the year. The low altitude and latitude combination typically supports a long growing season, with leaf production often continuing from March through to November.
The warm conditions and ample moisture characteristic of this elevation band tend to yield robust, fast-growing leaf. Lowland Assam estates often benefit from deep alluvial soils, which can contribute to the bold, malty character for which the region is known. The flat terrain and warmth generally favour high yields, though the specific soil composition and drainage of any individual estate will influence leaf chemistry and processing outcomes.
Tea Produced
Baghjan produces black tea. Estates in Tinsukia at this elevation typically yield a full-bodied, brisk cup with the malty, robust profile characteristic of lowland Assam production. The warm growing conditions tend to produce leaf that, when orthodox- or CTC-processed, delivers strong colour, astringency, and body—qualities that often suit blending for breakfast teas and the demands of the domestic Indian market as well as export to value-focused buyers.
Operator
M K Shah Exports Ltd operates Baghjan Tea Estate. The company also operates four other estates recorded in this directory, indicating a multi-estate portfolio in the region. This scale suggests established infrastructure and supply-chain relationships, though specific export channels and client lists for the operator are not publicly documented.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Baghjan Tea Estate lies at 27.5945, 95.4301 in Tinsukia, India. Its 126 m elevation is the joint 123rd highest of 250 estates we map in India. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Hokonguri — 7.0 km away · Assam
- Daisajan Tea Estate — 8.9 km away · Assam
- Raidang Tea Estate — 10 km away · Mulan Pathar Gaon
- Nalani Tea Estate — 10 km away · Assam
- HAPJAN — 11 km away · Assam
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Baghjan Tea Estate
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Baghjan Tea Estate (126 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Baghjan Tea Estate recorded 3,385 mm in 2025, 38% more than the 2,459 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KDU, Galpaditenne | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 126 m | 3,902 mm | 29.5 °C |
| Spring View | Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka | 125 m | 3,902 mm | 29.5 °C |
| Zhejiang Wuyi Tea Base | P.R, China | 128 m | 1,604 mm | 24.6 °C |
| I \u0026 M Smith | Western Cape, South Africa | 124 m | 313 mm | 27.4 °C |
| Amgoorie Tea Estate | Assam, India | 122 m | 2,573 mm | 28.4 °C |
Baghjan Tea Estate Compared with India
In India, Baghjan Tea Estate is wetter than 91% of the others by 2025 rainfall; higher than 50% of the others by elevation; cooler than 58% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Baghjan 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 | Baghjan Tea Estate | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 126 m | 126 m | 6 to 2,299 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 3,385 mm | 2,778 mm | 745 to 4,774 mm |
| Mean daily high | 28.2 °C | 28.3 °C | 16.9 to 34.5 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.4 °C | 19.2 °C | 9.3 to 24.2 °C |
Observed Climate at Baghjan Tea Estate (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Baghjan Tea Estate’s coordinates recorded 3,385 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (591 mm) and the driest was December (14 mm). Daytime highs averaged 28.2 °C and overnight lows 19.4 °C over the year; July was the warmest month and January the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 3,385 mm |
| Wettest month | April (591 mm) |
| Driest month | December (14 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 28.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 19.4 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Baghjan Tea Estate located?
Baghjan Tea Estate is in Tinsukia, India, at coordinates 27.5945, 95.4301, at an elevation of about 126 metres.
Who operates Baghjan Tea Estate?
Baghjan Tea Estate is operated by M K Shah Exports Ltd, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Baghjan Tea Estate produce?
Baghjan Tea Estate is recorded as producing black tea.
How much rain does Baghjan Tea Estate receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 3,385 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (591 mm).
How does Baghjan Tea Estate compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Baghjan Tea Estate recorded 3,385 mm in 2025, 38% more rain than the 2,459 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].
