Chhota Bhalki - Kathikund, Dumka
Chhota Bhalki is a village situated in the Kathikund subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kathikund and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Bartalla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhota Bhalki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhota Bhalki is 370644. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.87 hectares and falls under the 814103 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Chhota Bhalki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Chhota Bhalki
Chhota Bhalki 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Joram | East | 0.50 km |
| Nijhor | North-West | 1.29 km |
| Bara Tetulmath | North-East | 1.31 km |
| Baramasia | East | 1.82 km |
| Ghasipur | South | 1.95 km |
| Chichro | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Chhota Tetulmath | North-East | 2.21 km |
| Dhamnahi | South-West | 2.22 km |
| Balia | West | 2.23 km |
| Hirodih | East | 2.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhota Bhalki
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chhota Bhalki. The nearest railway station is Dumka, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within <1 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dumka to Chhota Bhalki is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhota Bhalki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhota Bhalki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chhota Bhalki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhota Bhalki village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chhota Bhalki
Where is Chhota Bhalki located?
Chhota Bhalki village is located in Kathikund Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhota Bhalki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhota Bhalki is Bartalla.
What is the pincode of Chhota Bhalki?
The pincode of Chhota Bhalki is 814103.