Baskanda - Dubrajpur, Birbhum
Baskanda is a village situated in the Dubrajpur subdivision of Birbhum district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 7.9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dubrajpur and around 22.9 km from the district headquarters in Suri. Gohaliara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baskanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baskanda is 318185. The village covers a total geographical area of 183.48 hectares and falls under the 731104 pincode.
Baskanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Suri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Birbhum Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Baskanda
Baskanda 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 | East | 0.79 km |
| Parulnalbona | South-East | 1.30 km |
| Padampur | North | 1.31 km |
| Shimultari | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Bherapathari | South | 1.51 km |
| Jaudanga | West | 1.73 km |
| Matijapur | North-West | 1.94 km |
| Mukujmahal | South-West | 2.05 km |
| Hunuri | West | 2.10 km |
| Bhonra | East | 2.32 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baskanda
The nearest railway station is Dubrajpur, while the nearest airport is Kazi Nazrul Islam Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.7 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 Suri to Baskanda is about 22.9 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Baskanda
Where is Baskanda located?
Baskanda village is located in Dubrajpur Subdivision, Birbhum district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baskanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Baskanda is Gohaliara.
What is the pincode of Baskanda?
The pincode of Baskanda is 731104.