Kanpara - Kumarganj, Dakshin Dinajpur
Kanpara is a village situated in the Kumarganj subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 19.7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kumarganj and around 19.4 km from the district headquarters in Balurghat. Mohana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanpara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanpara is 310961. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.36 hectares and falls under the 733141 pincode.
Kanpara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Kanpara
Kanpara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Islampur | South | 0.45 km |
| Mahishnoti | South-East | 0.83 km |
| Katakol | West | 0.84 km |
| Badalpur | West | 0.90 km |
| Muglishpur | North | 1.42 km |
| Idrakpur | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Chakram Krishnapur | South | 1.52 km |
| Gobindapur | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Pasoya | North-East | 1.94 km |
| Batun | East | 2.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanpara
Public transport in the Kanpara is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Mallickpur Hat, while the nearest airport is Balurghat Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 8.7 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 Kanpara is about 19.4 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 Kanpara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanpara 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanpara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanpara 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanpara
Where is Kanpara located?
Kanpara village is located in Kumarganj Subdivision, Dakshin Dinajpur district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanpara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanpara is Mohana.
What is the pincode of Kanpara?
The pincode of Kanpara is 733141.