Purbba Bakshiganj - Haldibari, Cooch Behar
Purbba Bakshiganj is a village situated in the Haldibari subdivision of Cooch Behar district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 9.4 km from Haldibari and around 135 km from Cooch Behar. Dakshin Bara Haldibari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Purbba Bakshiganj village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Purbba Bakshiganj is 307666. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.1 hectares and falls under the 735122 pincode.
Purbba Bakshiganj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Purbba Bakshiganj
Purbba Bakshiganj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bibiganj | North-West | 1.35 km |
| Purbba Fate Mamud | South-West | 1.56 km |
| Dakshin Bajejama Khasbas | South | 1.85 km |
| Uttar Daribas | South-East | 2.00 km |
| Bajejama Khasbas | West | 2.00 km |
| Bakshiganj | North | 2.48 km |
| Daripattani | North-East | 2.51 km |
| Paschim Bhotbari | East | 2.51 km |
| Dakshin Khasbas | West | 2.57 km |
| Dakshin Niztaraf | South-West | 2.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Purbba Bakshiganj
Purbba Bakshiganj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Haldibari, while the nearest airport is Cooch Behar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Cooch Behar to Purbba Bakshiganj is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Purbba Bakshiganj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Purbba Bakshiganj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Purbba Bakshiganj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Purbba Bakshiganj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Purbba Bakshiganj
Where is Purbba Bakshiganj located?
Purbba Bakshiganj village is located in Haldibari Subdivision, Cooch Behar district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Purbba Bakshiganj?
The Gram Panchayat of Purbba Bakshiganj is Dakshin Bara Haldibari.
What is the pincode of Purbba Bakshiganj?
The pincode of Purbba Bakshiganj is 735122.