Purarghat - Kirnapur, Balaghat
Purarghat is a village situated in the Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kirnapur and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Balaghat. Pipalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purarghat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purarghat is 497950. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.97 hectares and falls under the 481115 pincode. Gondia is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Purarghat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lanji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balaghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Purarghat
Purarghat 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Menthra | West | 1.66 km |
| Bhakkutola | South-East | 1.75 km |
| Ataria | South | 2.77 km |
| Pitkona | North-East | 3.37 km |
| Kosamdehi | South | 3.50 km |
| Lodhangi | South-West | 3.63 km |
| Kakadmatka | West | 4.04 km |
| Sirri | South-East | 4.34 km |
| Sirka | West | 4.49 km |
| Chauriya | East | 5.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purarghat
The nearest railway station is Amgaon, while the nearest airport is Gondia Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 18.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gondia to Purarghat is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balaghat to Purarghat is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Purarghat
Where is Purarghat located?
Purarghat village is located in Kirnapur Tehsil, Balaghat district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purarghat?
The Gram Panchayat of Purarghat is Pipalgaon.
What is the pincode of Purarghat?
The pincode of Purarghat is 481115.