Suknapara - Balurghat, Dakshin Dinajpur
Suknapara is a village situated in the Balurghat subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 4.7 km from Balurghat, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Vatpara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Suknapara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Suknapara is 311168. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.11 hectares and falls under the 733145 pincode.
Suknapara 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 Suknapara
Suknapara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bannapara | South | 0.62 km |
| Badbangi | West | 0.99 km |
| Dakshin Khhanpur | North | 1.32 km |
| Satrai | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Hasail | East | 1.34 km |
| Bangi (p) | North-West | 1.41 km |
| Noksha | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Ajodhya | East | 1.51 km |
| Mangalpur (p) | North-West | 1.84 km |
| Kasimbi | South-East | 1.91 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Suknapara
Suknapara is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Balurghat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 4.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Balurghat to Suknapara is about 4.2 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 Suknapara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Suknapara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Suknapara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Suknapara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Suknapara
Where is Suknapara located?
Suknapara village is located in Balurghat Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Suknapara?
The Gram Panchayat of Suknapara is Vatpara.
What is the pincode of Suknapara?
The pincode of Suknapara is 733145.