Chengmari Forest - Kranti, Jalpaiguri
Chengmari Forest is a village situated in the Kranti subdivision of Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 42 km from Malbazar and around 34.7 km from Jalpaiguri . Changmari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chengmari Forest village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chengmari Forest is 306948. The village covers a total geographical area of 371.7 hectares and falls under the 735218 pincode. Oodlabari is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chengmari Forest village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jalpaiguri Assembly and Parliamentary constituency.
Nearby Villages of Chengmari Forest
Chengmari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Golabari | North | 1.28 km |
| Paschim Dolaigaon | North-East | 2.02 km |
| Purbba Dolaicaon | East | 2.29 km |
| Neolabasti | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Chengmarihat | South-East | 3.12 km |
| Mal Hati Forest | North-East | 3.41 km |
| Chengmari Dangapara | South-East | 3.43 km |
| Jogesh Chandra Tea Garden | North-East | 3.84 km |
| Uttar Khalpara | East | 4.10 km |
| Gochimari | North | 4.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chengmari Forest
Chengmari Forest is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Belakoba, while the nearest airport is Bagdogra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 26.9 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 Oodlabari to Chengmari Forest is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jalpaiguri to Chengmari Forest is about 34.7 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 Chengmari Forest
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chengmari Forest village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chengmari 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 Chengmari Forest village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chengmari Forest
Where is Chengmari Forest located?
Chengmari Forest village is located in Kranti Subdivision, Jalpaiguri district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chengmari Forest?
The Gram Panchayat of Chengmari Forest is Changmari.
What is the pincode of Chengmari Forest?
The pincode of Chengmari Forest is 735218.