Kajaltor - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Kajaltor is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 17.4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 27.2 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Mohana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kajaltor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kajaltor is 310886. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.04 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode.
Kajaltor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Kajaltor
Kajaltor 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bodra | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Madanpur | North | 0.99 km |
| Bishnupur | South-West | 1.41 km |
| Dattamati | North | 1.48 km |
| Matizapur | South | 1.48 km |
| Jamirbari | South-East | 1.56 km |
| Gholdara | South-East | 1.61 km |
| Enatullapur Munjarichak | East | 1.64 km |
| Uchat | North-East | 1.69 km |
| Kharmar Bodra | West | 1.70 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kajaltor
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kajaltor. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 13.7 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 Kajaltor is about 27.2 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kajaltor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kajaltor 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kajaltor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kajaltor 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 Kajaltor
Where is Kajaltor located?
Kajaltor village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kajaltor?
The Gram Panchayat of Kajaltor is Mohana.
What is the pincode of Kajaltor?
The pincode of Kajaltor is 733141.