Baratala - Gazole, Malda
Baratala is a village situated in the Gazole subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 14.5 km from Gazole and around 41.2 km from English Bazar. Salaidanga serves as the Gram Panchayat for Baratala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Baratala is 312711. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.51 hectares and falls under the 732124 pincode.
Baratala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Nearby Villages of Baratala
Baratala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Jibanpur | West | 0.61 km |
| Banshthupi | North-East | 0.84 km |
| Bagdol | South | 0.95 km |
| Paschim Anantapur | North-West | 1.21 km |
| Raihopara | South-West | 1.47 km |
| Sabail | South-East | 1.67 km |
| Goragada | North | 1.83 km |
| Madhabpara | East | 1.98 km |
| Idam | South | 1.99 km |
| Bhaktipur | South-West | 2.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Baratala
Baratala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Deotala, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | NA | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from English Bazar to Baratala is about 41.2 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Baratala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Baratala 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 Baratala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Baratala 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Baratala
Where is Baratala located?
Baratala village is located in Gazole Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Baratala?
The Gram Panchayat of Baratala is Salaidanga.
What is the pincode of Baratala?
The pincode of Baratala is 732124.