Islampur - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Islampur is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 23.1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 23.1 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Mohana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Islampur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Islampur is 310960. The village covers a total geographical area of 45.48 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode.
Islampur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Islampur
Islampur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanpara | North | 0.45 km |
| Mahishnoti | East | 0.76 km |
| Badalpur | West | 0.88 km |
| Katakol | North-West | 0.96 km |
| Idrakpur | South-West | 1.06 km |
| Chakram Krishnapur | South | 1.10 km |
| Muglishpur | North | 1.87 km |
| Dasul | South-East | 2.13 km |
| Gobindapur | North-West | 2.13 km |
| Pasoya | North-East | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Islampur
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Islampur. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.4 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 Islampur is about 23.1 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Islampur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Islampur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Islampur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Islampur 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 Islampur
Where is Islampur located?
Islampur village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Islampur?
The Gram Panchayat of Islampur is Mohana.
What is the pincode of Islampur?
The pincode of Islampur is 733141.