Lama Gumba Forest - Kurseong, Darjeeling
Lama Gumba Forest is a village situated in the Kurseong subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 13.5 km from Kurseong.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Lama Gumba Forest is 306440. The village covers a total geographical area of 205.58 hectares and falls under the 734203 pincode. Kurseon is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Lama Gumba Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system.
Nearby Villages of Lama Gumba Forest
Lama Gumba Forest 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Rohini Tea Garden | North-West | 1.30 km |
| Selim Hill Tea Garden | North-East | 2.11 km |
| Bamonpokhari Forest | West | 2.85 km |
| Simulbari Tea Garden | South | 3.23 km |
| Raki Forest | South-West | 3.48 km |
| Kanyan | South-East | 4.24 km |
| Bara Adalpur Dwitiya Khanda | South | 4.33 km |
| Chhota Adalpur | South-East | 4.40 km |
| Gayabari Tea Garden | North | 4.56 km |
| Saptiguri Khelaghar Tea Garden | South | 4.73 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Lama Gumba Forest
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Lama Gumba Forest. The nearest railway station is Rangtong, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 12.4 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 Kurseon to Lama Gumba Forest 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 Lama Gumba Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Lama Gumba Forest 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 Lama Gumba Forest
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Lama Gumba Forest 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 Lama Gumba Forest
Where is Lama Gumba Forest located?
Lama Gumba Forest village is located in Kurseong Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the pincode of Lama Gumba Forest?
The pincode of Lama Gumba Forest is 734203.