Banshakathjuri - Tundi, Dhanbad
Banshakathjuri is a village situated in the Tundi subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tundi and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Maniyadih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Banshakathjuri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Banshakathjuri is 361053. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.63 hectares and falls under the 828142 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Banshakathjuri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tundi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Banshakathjuri
Banshakathjuri is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Machhiyara | North-East | 1.00 km |
| Ganduba | North | 1.39 km |
| Bheluai | South-East | 1.40 km |
| Nemori | South-West | 1.71 km |
| Barapahari | North-West | 2.26 km |
| Mahuadhab | South-East | 2.30 km |
| Rangamatia | North | 2.62 km |
| Shitalpur | South-East | 2.62 km |
| Chainpur | East | 2.89 km |
| Dalugura | East | 2.90 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Banshakathjuri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Banshakathjuri. The nearest railway station is Giridih, while the nearest airport is Dhanbad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanbad to Banshakathjuri is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhanbad to Banshakathjuri is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Banshakathjuri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Banshakathjuri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Banshakathjuri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Banshakathjuri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Banshakathjuri
Where is Banshakathjuri located?
Banshakathjuri village is located in Tundi Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Banshakathjuri?
The Gram Panchayat of Banshakathjuri is Maniyadih.
What is the pincode of Banshakathjuri?
The pincode of Banshakathjuri is 828142.