Barol - Harischandrapur - I, Malda
Barol is a village situated in the Harischandrapur - I subdivision of Malda district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 25.1 km from Harischandrapur and around 65.1 km from English Bazar. Tulsihatta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Barol village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Barol is 312025. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.38 hectares and falls under the 732140 pincode.
Barol village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chanchal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Maldaha Uttar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Nearby Villages of Barol
Barol 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Karpurganj | East | 0.96 km |
| Jhikadanga | South-West | 1.03 km |
| Kismatbarol | North-West | 1.13 km |
| Bashatpur | North-East | 1.20 km |
| Bhagbarol | West | 1.21 km |
| Darakandi | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Kahatta | North-East | 1.60 km |
| Paro | West | 1.93 km |
| Konar | South | 2.06 km |
| Bagjana | East | 2.10 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Barol
Public transport in the Barol is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Harischandrpur, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.4 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 Barol is about 65.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Barol
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Barol 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Barol
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Barol 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 Barol
Where is Barol located?
Barol village is located in Harischandrapur - I Subdivision, Malda district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Barol?
The Gram Panchayat of Barol is Tulsihatta.
What is the pincode of Barol?
The pincode of Barol is 732140.