Jalokunri - Maheshpur, Pakur
Jalokunri is a village situated in the Maheshpur subdivision of Pakur district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Maheshpur and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Pakur. Candalmara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Jalokunri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Jalokunri is 360536. The village covers a total geographical area of 45 hectares and falls under the 816106 pincode.
Jalokunri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Jalokunri
Jalokunri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Saharpur | North-West | 0.82 km |
| Litibari | East | 1.22 km |
| Sahari | South | 1.28 km |
| Dumaria | North-West | 1.83 km |
| Baliadanga | South-West | 2.10 km |
| Kalidah | South | 2.22 km |
| Bhelai Baramasia | East | 2.36 km |
| Khusaldara | South | 2.49 km |
| Pariardaha | West | 2.64 km |
| Banskandri | North | 2.72 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Jalokunri
Jalokunri is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Banshlai Bridge, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.1 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 Pakur to Jalokunri is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Jalokunri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Jalokunri 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 Jalokunri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Jalokunri 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Jalokunri
Where is Jalokunri located?
Jalokunri village is located in Maheshpur Subdivision, Pakur district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Jalokunri?
The Gram Panchayat of Jalokunri is Candalmara.
What is the pincode of Jalokunri?
The pincode of Jalokunri is 816106.