Kalagachhi - Shikaripara, Dumka
Kalagachhi is a village situated in the Shikaripara subdivision of Dumka district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shikaripara and around 51 km from the district headquarters in Dumka. Maluti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalagachhi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalagachhi is 371055. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.1 hectares and falls under the 816118 pincode. Dumka is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Kalagachhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Kalagachhi
Kalagachhi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sijua | East | 0.69 km |
| Patharghara | South-West | 0.78 km |
| Belbuni Upar | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Kurunda | South | 0.93 km |
| Laripahari | North | 1.39 km |
| Dhanghara | South-West | 1.53 km |
| Belbuni | South-East | 1.54 km |
| Chandipur | South | 1.58 km |
| Kalipathar | North-West | 1.58 km |
| Damirtala | South | 1.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kalagachhi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kalagachhi. The nearest railway station is Tarapith Road, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 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 Dumka to Kalagachhi is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalagachhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalagachhi 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 Kalagachhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalagachhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalagachhi
Where is Kalagachhi located?
Kalagachhi village is located in Shikaripara Subdivision, Dumka district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalagachhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalagachhi is Maluti.
What is the pincode of Kalagachhi?
The pincode of Kalagachhi is 816118.