Minghara Village - Naxalbari, Darjeeling
Minghara is a village situated in the Naxalbari subdivision of Darjeeling district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 8 km from Naxalbari. Hatighisa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Minghara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Minghara is 306602. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.89 hectares and falls under the 734429 pincode. Uttar Bagdogra is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Minghara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Matigara-naxalbari Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Darjeeling Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Minghara
Minghara 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhemaler Chhar | East | 1.03 km |
| Nimubhitar Chhat | West | 1.06 km |
| Bangaru | North-East | 1.34 km |
| Tharu Bhita | South-West | 1.36 km |
| Pathar Hirhira | South | 1.67 km |
| Banur Chhat | North-East | 1.73 km |
| Bairbhita | North-West | 1.87 km |
| Damdama | North-West | 1.90 km |
| Bhubangurir Chhat | South-East | 1.92 km |
| Bharia Danga | South-East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Minghara
Minghara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Hatighisa, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.2 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 Uttar Bagdogra to Minghara is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Minghara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Minghara 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Minghara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Minghara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Minghara
Where is Minghara located?
Minghara village is located in Naxalbari Subdivision, Darjeeling district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Minghara?
The Gram Panchayat of Minghara is Hatighisa.
What is the pincode of Minghara?
The pincode of Minghara is 734429.