Pulinda - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Pulinda is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 6.3 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Najirpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Pulinda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pulinda is 311210. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.59 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode.
Pulinda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tapan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Balurghat Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Pulinda
Pulinda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Halida Danga | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Chand Pukhuria | North-West | 0.93 km |
| Dhaltara | South | 1.10 km |
| Ramprosad | North-East | 1.16 km |
| Krisnapur | South-West | 1.25 km |
| Chak Bijoyshri | South | 1.26 km |
| Bijoyshri | South-East | 1.26 km |
| Keotsar | East | 1.48 km |
| Taraganja | North | 1.60 km |
| Jantigram | North-East | 1.76 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Pulinda
Pulinda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 2.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balurghat to Pulinda is about 3.7 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pulinda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pulinda 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 Pulinda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pulinda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Pulinda
Where is Pulinda located?
Pulinda village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pulinda?
The Gram Panchayat of Pulinda is Najirpur.
What is the pincode of Pulinda?
The pincode of Pulinda is 733145.