Kanyan - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Kanyan is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 33 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanyan is 306444. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.71 hectares and falls under the 734203 pincode. Kurseon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kanyan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Nearby Villages of Kanyan
Kanyan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Paharu | South | 0.94 km |
| Chhota Adalpur | South-West | 1.07 km |
| Khoklong | South-West | 1.84 km |
| Kamala Barir Chhat | South | 1.87 km |
| Khok Long Chaat | South | 1.93 km |
| Sukna Forest | South-East | 2.01 km |
| Bara Adalpur Dwitiya Khanda | South-West | 2.35 km |
| Jhauguri | South | 2.80 km |
| Jhauguri Chhat | South | 3.01 km |
| Simulbari Tea Garden | West | 3.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanyan
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kanyan. The nearest railway station is Sukna, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 10.1 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 Kurseon to Kanyan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanyan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanyan 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 Kanyan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanyan 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 Kanyan
Where is Kanyan located?
Kanyan village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Kanyan?
The pincode of Kanyan is 734203.