Edri - Taljhari, Sahebganj
Edri is a village situated in the Taljhari subdivision of Sahebganj district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Taljhari and around 61 km from Sahibganj. Salgachhi Santhali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Edri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Edri is 359027. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.3 hectares and falls under the 816129 pincode. Sahibganj is the nearest town, located about 61 km away.
Edri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Edri
Edri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dawana | South | 0.57 km |
| Margaro (kari) | North-West | 0.72 km |
| Chabitok | South-West | 0.99 km |
| Malibita | North-East | 1.17 km |
| Chua Bedo | North | 1.31 km |
| Gambari | South | 1.63 km |
| Mansbera | West | 2.11 km |
| Pakia Bedo | North-East | 2.35 km |
| Chandikodo | South-West | 2.37 km |
| Ichapara | East | 2.42 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Edri
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Edri. The nearest railway station is Tinpahar Jn, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 41.4 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 Sahibganj to Edri is about 61 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Edri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Edri 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 Edri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Edri 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 Edri
Where is Edri located?
Edri village is located in Taljhari Subdivision, Sahebganj district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Edri?
The Gram Panchayat of Edri is Salgachhi Santhali.
What is the pincode of Edri?
The pincode of Edri is 816129.