Bomchihal - Kanakagiri, Koppal
Bomchihal is a village situated in the Kanakagiri taluka of Koppal district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 26 km from Gangawati and around 51 km from Koppal. Hirekheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bomchihal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bomchihal is 601585. The village covers a total geographical area of 247.83 hectares and falls under the 583283 pincode.
Bomchihal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kanakagiri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koppal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Bomchihal
Bomchihal 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gorvihanchinal | South-East | 0.77 km |
| Malligwad | North-West | 1.40 km |
| Katapur (khalsa) | East | 1.92 km |
| Neerloti | West | 2.02 km |
| Chikka Khed | North-West | 2.80 km |
| Hire Khed | North | 3.42 km |
| Kalkera | South-East | 3.92 km |
| Hatti | North-East | 4.02 km |
| Hanmanhal | North-West | 4.55 km |
| Benkanhal | South | 4.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Bomchihal
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Bomchihal. The nearest railway station is Hitnal, while the nearest airport is Vijayanagar Aerodrome (jsw), situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.5 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 Koppal to Bomchihal is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bomchihal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bomchihal 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 Bomchihal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bomchihal 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 Bomchihal
Where is Bomchihal located?
Bomchihal village is located in Kanakagiri Taluka, Koppal district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bomchihal?
The Gram Panchayat of Bomchihal is Hirekheda.
What is the pincode of Bomchihal?
The pincode of Bomchihal is 583283.