Sankinipara - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Sankinipara is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 5.5 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Amritakhand serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sankinipara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sankinipara is 311328. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.93 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode.
Sankinipara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balurghat Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Sankinipara
Sankinipara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Satakhanda | East | 0.63 km |
| Ajodhya | South | 0.95 km |
| Chak Bhriguram | North-East | 1.21 km |
| Dakshin Khhanpur | West | 1.23 km |
| Chak Sridhar | North-West | 1.33 km |
| Amritakhanda | North-East | 1.52 km |
| Hasail | South | 1.70 km |
| Malancha | North | 1.82 km |
| Suknapara | South-West | 2.03 km |
| Birahini | East | 2.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Sankinipara
Sankinipara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 3.8 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 Sankinipara is about 6.9 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 Sankinipara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sankinipara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sankinipara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sankinipara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sankinipara
Where is Sankinipara located?
Sankinipara village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sankinipara?
The Gram Panchayat of Sankinipara is Amritakhand.
What is the pincode of Sankinipara?
The pincode of Sankinipara is 733145.