Kanchana - Habibpur, Malda
Kanchana is a village situated in the Habibpur subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 22.6 km from Habibpur and around 33.4 km from English Bazar. Jajail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanchana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanchana is 313040. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.74 hectares and falls under the 732122 pincode.
Kanchana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Habibpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Kanchana
Kanchana 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Aliarpur | South-West | 0.47 km |
| Dabur | West | 0.70 km |
| Nunchora | South-East | 0.91 km |
| Dighal Kandi | North-East | 1.13 km |
| Pathar Mirzabad | West | 1.13 km |
| Bhola Baona | East | 1.31 km |
| Bharila | North-East | 1.35 km |
| Pathar Kandi | South-East | 1.50 km |
| Adampur | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Suchal Mahamadpur | North | 1.68 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanchana
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kanchana. The nearest railway station is Malda Town, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 21.6 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 English Bazar to Kanchana is about 33.4 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 Kanchana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanchana 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 Kanchana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanchana 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 Kanchana
Where is Kanchana located?
Kanchana village is located in Habibpur Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanchana?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanchana is Jajail.
What is the pincode of Kanchana?
The pincode of Kanchana is 732122.